What Happens During a Dust Storm?
Dust Storms Are Caused by Very Strong Winds — Often Produced by Thunderstorms. in Dry Regions, the Winds Can Pull Dust from the Ground up into the Air...
Dust storms are caused by very strong winds — often produced by thunderstorms. In dry regions, the winds can pull dust from the ground up into the air, creating a dust storm. ... These two features allow winds to build up momentum, causing the winds to grow stronger and drive more dust into the atmosphere.
When a dust storm happens what do people do?
Avoid driving into or through a dust storm. If you encounter a dust storm: Immediately check traffic around your vehicle (front, back and to the side) and begin slowing down. Do not wait until poor visibility makes it difficult to safely pull off the roadway -- do it as soon as possible.
What are the effects of dust storms?
What are the health effects of dust storms? Common symptoms that you may experience during a dust storm include: • Itchy or burning eyes; Throat irritation; • Skin irritation; • Coughing or sneezing; and/or • Respiratory or breathing difficulties, including asthma attacks.
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