Beijing, April 11 -- The Beijing Emergency Management Office has issued an orange warning for the strongest winds in nearly a decade expected to sweep across the city, urging residents to take necessary precautions against potential hazards.

According to the emergency office, from the late afternoon of April 11 through April 13, residents in Beijing should prepare for extreme winds and a significant drop in temperature, with the most intense winds expected between 6am and 10pm on April 12 (local time).

The Municipal Meteorological Observatory has issued an orange alert for gale-force winds.

"To ensure your safety, we strongly recommend limiting or avoiding outdoor activities during this period," it said.

The emergency office also adde...