Dust over the Arabian Peninsula

A dust storm swept over the Arabian Peninsula in early February 2012.
Dust over the Arabian Peninsula
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Dust over the Arabian Peninsula

On February 3, 2012, one day after blowing over the Persian Gulf, sand from the Arabian Peninsula blew over parts of the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

Published Feb 6, 2012

Atmosphere Land Dust and Haze

Dust over the Arabian Peninsula
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Dust over the Arabian Peninsula

The dust storm is likely fed by sand from the Empty Quarter.

Published Feb 2, 2012

Atmosphere Land Dust and Haze