In early 2001, there were strong winds, flying dust, flying sand and sandstorms in Hexi corridor and part of Inner Mongolia, which influenced part of the north China, including Beijing.

• 2001年年初，河西走廊、内蒙古部分地区出现大风、浮尘、扬沙和沙尘暴天气，并影响到包括北京在内的华北部分地区。