Beijing has emphasized the importance of adapting to extreme weather conditions, with weather officials issuing a direct warning about the increasing intensity of heatwaves and rainfall events. The Ministry of Ecology and Environment recently published a progress report highlighting the necessity for enhanced early-warning systems and better coordination among departments responsible for construction, water management, transportation, and public health to combat the challenges posed by climate change.

Tang, a former director of the Shanghai Meteorological Bureau, highlighted the array of disasters that different regions have experienced in recent years, underscoring the significant task of disaster prevention. He noted that while some areas are swiftly addressing risks, others are slower to respond, but overall, there is a heightened awareness of these issues across the board. Tang emphasized that evaluating who is performing well or poorly in disaster prevention cannot be based on the same standard for all regions.

China's vulnerability to extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change was stressed in the annual "blue book" released by China’s Meteorological Administration. The report presented evidence of escalating threats, such as unprecedented temperatures leading to accelerated glacier and permafrost melting. Additionally, the report indicated a projected increase in prolonged downpours concentrated in central and northeast China, ultimately resulting in more rain and snow during extreme weather occurrences compared to normal precipitation levels.