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saharan dust

Dust Storms from the Sahara Reach Florida This Summer

May 9, 2026

Sahara dust travels across the Atlantic and is set to arrive in Florida around mid‑June. The wind lifts fine particles from the desert and carries them northward over oceans, covering large areas in a thin layer of dry air. This dusty layer is not just a visual effect; it changes weather patte

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Smoky Skies and Dusty Air: A Double Trouble for the East Coast

June 4, 2025

The eastern part of the U. S. is currently dealing with a unique and challenging situation. Smoke from Canadian wildfires and dust from the Sahara Desert are both contributing to a thick haze and poor air quality. This is affecting a large area, from the Northeast down to the Southeast. The Nationa