A dense dust storm swept through Libya on Tuesday, causing poor visibility and leading to the temporary grounding of flights at two major international airports in Benghazi and Tripoli. Libya, located in the Sahara Desert region, is susceptible to dust storms, with these events typically occurring during the spring months, reaching their peak in April. These storms are a result of powerful winds from thunderstorms lifting loose, dry soil particles into the air, carrying dust and sand over long distances.
Benghazi, the country’s second-largest city situated along the eastern coast, experienced the brunt of the storm, enveloped in a thick orange haze. The surreal scenes in Benghazi during the dust storm brought to mind imagery reminiscent of the movie “Dune.” The impact of the storm was evident in various photographs capturing the cityscape blanketed in the dust-laden atmosphere.
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