Dust Storm Reduces Visibility Across Kurdistan Region
“A wave of dust in central and southern Iraq has reduced visibility to less than four kilometers,” Fazil Ibrahim told Kurdistan24.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Visibility in parts of the Kurdistan Region has dropped significantly due to a dust storm sweeping in from central and southern Iraq, the head of the Kurdistan Region’s Earthquake and Meteorological Department said on Monday.
“A wave of dust in central and southern Iraq has reduced visibility to less than four kilometers,” Fazil Ibrahim told Kurdistan24, warning that in some areas of the southern Kurdistan Region, it could fall below two kilometers.
Meteorologist Mohammed Kamal added that strong winds originating in southwestern Iraq have contributed to the storm and are expected to continue through Tuesday.
The storm is expected to bring hazardous conditions, particularly for drivers and outdoor workers, as the reduced visibility poses significant risks. Authorities have advised residents to take necessary precautions, such as staying indoors and wearing masks to protect against respiratory issues caused by the dust.
