A sandstorm swept across the Gaza Strip on Saturday, worsening conditions for displaced civilians already living in fragile shelters amid the ongoing conflict, according to local reports.
Strong winds and dust affected the entire enclave, blowing away worn-out tents and raising concerns about respiratory illnesses and other health risks.
The storm has particularly affected families living in makeshift camps, where limited infrastructure leaves thousands exposed to harsh weather conditions. Aid groups and health authorities have warned that dust-filled air and strong winds could worsen breathing problems and other health issues among vulnerable populations.
Sand and dust storms have also been reported in other parts of the world in recent days. In northwestern China, a large sandstorm swept across southern Xinjiang after strong winds linked to a cold air outbreak lifted desert dust into the atmosphere, significantly reducing visibility across the region.
Meteorological authorities in parts of western India have also warned of possible dust storms driven by shifting weather systems and strong winds, which could affect visibility and bring gusty conditions across desert districts.
Sand and dust storms occur when powerful winds lift dry soil and sand into the air, sometimes transporting particles thousands of kilometres and affecting weather, air quality and transportation far beyond their source regions.
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Israel and Iran continued to exchange strikes on Friday (13 March), as the U.S. and French militaries reported deaths in Iraq, and the U.N. launched a $325 million appeal to help Lebanon, where a seventh of the population have left their homes since fighting began.
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