Video: Greece sky turns orange during dust storm

Published April 24th, 2024 - 06:56 GMT
Greek sky
Clouds of dust blown in from the Sahara covered Athens and other Greek cities on April 23, 2024, one of the worst such episodes to hit the country since 2018, officials said. The yellow-orange haze smothered several regions, limiting visibility and prompting warnings of breathing risks from the authorities. (Photo by Angelos TZORTZINIS / AFP)

ALBAWABA A dust storm painted Greece skies in an eerie orange haze on Tuesday, April 23, as the country's National Meteorological Center reported the movement of the storm through the region.

The director of the National Meteorological Center, Theodoros Kolydas, announced that the concentrations of Saharan dust would significantly decrease in Greece on Wednesday. This news comes as a relief to the residents and authorities who have been monitoring the situation closely.

The unusual sight of the orange-tinted sky is a result of a dust storm that swept through the region, carrying particles from the Sahara desert. 

Dust storms are not uncommon in the Mediterranean region, but their intensity and the orange hue they impart to the sky still manage to captivate the attention of those who witness them.

The footage serves as a stark reminder of the power of nature and the interconnectedness of our planet's ecosystems. As climate change continues to alter weather patterns, the frequency and intensity of such events may increase, necessitating greater preparedness and awareness.

Authorities have advised citizens to take necessary precautions, such as staying indoors when possible and using masks to protect against the fine particles carried by the storm.

The visual impact of the dust storm, as seen in the footage, underscores the importance of meteorological monitoring and the need for accurate predictions to prepare for and mitigate the effects of such natural phenomena.

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