The densest layer of the huge Sahara dust cloud that has been monitored for days will reach the north texas this Saturday after traveling through the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
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For North Texas this means more colorful sunrises and sunsets. However, it may also cause irritation to the eyes and throat, especially for people with respiratory problems or those with coronavirus. Sensitive groups should limit their time outdoors this weekend.
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The “cloud” is a dry, dust-laden mass of air that forms over the Sahara Desert. This layer of dust can affect air quality and helps decrease the intensity of tropical cyclones. It also provides nutrients to the soil that are used by plants such as phosphorous and nitrogen.
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The dust concentration and the forecast of rains in some regions of the state could cause a kind of “dirty rain”. The dense cloud is expected to lighten and leave the state on Sunday.
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This phenomenon is common in late spring, summer, and the first weeks of fall. The winds are in charge of dragging this layer towards the Gulf of Mexico and North Texas. This phenomenon is not uncommon in central Texas. However, this year the dust layer is particularly dense.
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The dust cloud is expected to reach the southeastern United States, from the Gulf coast to the Carolinas, and probably as far north as Indianapolis and Cincinnati.
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In News 23 We will keep you informed of any changes related to this phenomenon.
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