<h5>Dust storm? What’s that?</h5><p>We have heard of snowstorms, thunderstorms, etc. But, a dust storm? ???? Sounds new, right?</p><p>A dust storm can be referred to as a giant wall of debris and dust that is blown into an area by strong winds from thunderstorms. This wall of dust can stretch for huge distances and reach a thousand feet high.</p><p>In dry areas, the strong wind can pick up dust and debris from the ground into the air forming a dust storm.</p><p>Dust storms happen in many places worldwide. But most of them occur in North Africa and the Middle East.</p><h5>Dust storm hits Mumbai!</h5><div class="raw-html-embed"><figure> <video width="100%" controls=""> <source src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/severe-dust-storm-hits-mumbai%2FMumbai%202.mp4?alt=media&amp;token=b4c2b7fd-882c-471d-a189-f8af70133269" type="video/mp4"> </video> <figcaption>Mumbai dust storm. Video by Mumbai Weather.</figcaption> </figure></div><p>Recently, Mumbai witnessed heavy rainfall. However, a dust storm also hit the city along with it, surprising citizens.</p><p>Even though the rainfall brought some relief from the heat, the city’s skyline was engulfed with dusty winds, darkening the sky.</p><p>The sudden weather change surprised the Mumbaikars, turning Mumbai into a dystopian city. It also halted traffic as the people took shelter during the storm.</p><p>An Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) scientist said the dust storm and rain were caused due to a weather condition that causes stormy weather.</p><h5>Citizens affected!</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/severe-dust-storm-hits-mumbai%2FMumbai%203.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=f1e6c885-a328-42bc-ad6d-67e69ac3088c"><figcaption>Mumbai skyline during the dust storm. Photo by NDTV.</figcaption></figure><p>The sudden dust storm and heavy rainfall caused a massive hoarding to collapse on a petrol pump. This resulted in many injuries and even deaths.</p><p>Mumbai police filed a case against the company owner for the illegal hoarding. Reports say the company placed the hoarding without obtaining proper permission. Many feel the tragedy could've been prevented if authorities acted earlier.</p><p>The storm uprooted trees, damaged structures, and caused power outages in many areas. Local trains, part of the metro network, and airport services were also temporarily halted.</p><h5>Harmful effects of dust storms!</h5><p>A dust storm can arrive suddenly, catching people by surprise. It can make it difficult to see when someone is driving a vehicle and can cause accidents.</p><p>The dust in the air can reduce pilot visibility, causing flight delays and cancellations. The dust can also cause eye irritation. Breathing in the dusty air can cause people to inhale the dust, leading to health problems.</p><p>So, one must stay indoors during a dust storm. People should also avoid driving and seek shelter in a safe place. If outside, one must cover their mouth and nose with a mask or damp cloth to avoid inhaling the dust.</p>

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