Dust Storms Hit North American Cities

On August 26, a powerful dust storm struck the southwestern United States, with Phoenix, Arizona witnessing a “dust wall” hundreds of meters tall. The storm caused localized power outages, flight delays, and damage to trees and homes. This phenomenon, known as a “haboobo,” forms when strong downdrafts from thunderstorms stir up dust from arid regions. Experts warn that climate change is intensifying the frequency and severity of such extreme weather events.