25% of that matter is attributed to human activity, and the UN hopes to decrease that amount by raising awareness and encouraging governments to adapt to the problems of sand and dust storms.

Why are scientists interested in dust and sand storms? Sand and dust aren't inherently bad, but problems arise when there is too much of them. "When the dust settles in water or on land it can ...

Some of the most intimidating sights in nature are rolling dark clouds of sand and dust that engulf everything in their path, a phenomenon that turns day into night and wreaks havoc everywhere ...

Long-term exposure to silica dust can cause severe health problems. These best practices will help protect your crews ...

As more people travel by air, aircraft engines face problems from dust and sand. Researchers from the University of Reading found certain conditions and areas where planes get exposed to these ...

Attending the first regional dialogue on enhancing inter-regional co-op on sand and dust storms (SDSs), Sediqeh Torabi, an ...

The dust and sand is causing limited visibility all over town. The gusty winds will continue until 10 pm or so but the dust and sand will gradually settle after 8 pm.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- El Paso will see a warm and breezy start to the week, with gusty west winds bringing patchy blowing dust and sand across the region. Monday and Tuesday will have afternoon ...