Dust Storms over the Middle East

Dust storms struck the Middle East in late February 2008.
Dust Storms over the Middle East
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Dust Storms over the Middle East

Published Mar 10, 2008

Dust and Haze

Dust Storms over the Middle East
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Dust Storms over the Middle East

Although common during the summer, dust storms are relatively rare during the winter in the Middle East. Yet on February 21, 2008, dust plumes blew over Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, and off the coasts of Yemen and Oman.

Published Feb 29, 2008

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