Heating supply began in Mohe City, Heilongjiang Province, 13 days ahead of schedule, helping keep homes warm as temperatures continued to fall. The heating season is expected to last more than 8 months, through mid-May next year.
Temperatures have recently fallen sharply in Mohe City, China's northernmost city, in Heilongjiang Province, with lows dropping below 0°C. The local heating provider began supplying heat to residents on 12 September, 13 days ahead of schedule, to keep homes warm.
Mohe experiences severe winter cold, with temperatures having fallen as low as 53°C below zero in the past. As a result, it is known as one of the regions in China where heating starts earliest and continues for the longest period.
This season's heating period is expected to last more than 8 months, continuing through mid-May next year. The source cited for the article is CGTN Japanese, which highlights Mohe's location at China's northernmost point and its long heating season.