What precautions can you take during a dust storm?
Dust storms occur when high winds carry dust and dirt into the atmosphere.
If you breathe in storm-related dust, you might develop health concerns.
During a dust storm, here are some tips which might help you decrease the consequences on your health.
Stay indoors and close the windows and doors.
Stay in an air-conditioned room and programme your air conditioner to recirculate the interior air.
Cover your nose and mouth with a mask or a moist towel.
You can buy P2, P3, KN95 or N95 masks in hardware stores. If your mask is fitted correctly over your nose and mouth it should block even the finest particles. Surgical masks don't prevent dust from being breathed in.