Climbing cliffs in stormy weather is an extremely dangerous activity involving high risks to life. Strong winds, heavy rain, lightning and possible rockfalls can increase the danger of climbing. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to reconsider climbing activities in bad weather conditions. However, if you are still determined to challenge your limits, here are some necessary preparations, but please always prioritize safety: 1. **Detailed weather forecast and monitoring**: - **Real-time weather information**: Keep an eye on the weather forecast to ensure a full understanding of expected weather changes. - **Backup plan**: Develop an emergency plan for sudden weather changes, including retreat routes and shelter locations. 2. **Professional equipment**: - **Waterproof and windproof clothing**: Choose high-quality mountaineering clothing that is waterproof and windproof to keep your body dry and warm. - **Climbing equipment**: Make sure all climbing equipment (such as safety belts, ropes, ice axes, etc.) are intact and suitable for bad weather conditions. - **Helmet and goggles**: Protect your head and eyes from wind, rain and possible flying rocks. 3. **Navigation and communication equipment**: - **GPS and maps**: Carry reliable navigation tools to ensure that you can keep the correct direction even in low visibility. - **Communication equipment**: Bring a satellite phone or radio equipment to contact the outside world in case of emergency. 4. **Physical fitness and skills preparation**: - **Professional training**: Ensure that you have professional skills and rich experience in climbing in adverse weather conditions. - **Physical reserve**: Maintain good physical fitness to cope with long-term physical exertion and the challenges of adverse environments. 5. **Team and partners**: - **Experienced partners**: Climb with reliable partners with similar skills and experience to support and help each other. - **Clear division of labor**: Clarify the responsibilities of each person in the team to ensure efficient collaboration. 6. **Emergency preparation**: - **First aid kit**: Carry complete first aid equipment to cope with sudden injuries and illnesses. - **Emergency evacuation plan**: Make a detailed evacuation plan, including the fastest descent route and shelter. 7. **Food and Water**: - **High-energy food**: Prepare high-energy food that is easy to carry to ensure that you have enough energy when needed. - **Water management**: Ensure that there is enough water, or carry water purification equipment to cope with insufficient rainfall or contaminated water sources. 8. **Mental preparation**: - **Psychological preparation**: It is essential to maintain a calm and resilient mental state in the face of bad weather and potential dangers. - **Coping with stress**: Have the ability to cope with high pressure and emergency situations, and be able to make correct decisions quickly. **Important tips**: Even with all the preparations, climbing in stormy weather still poses extremely high risks and may endanger life. It is recommended to prioritize safety and choose climbing activities when weather conditions are stable. If it is not absolutely necessary, it is best to avoid high-risk outdoor activities in bad weather.