Historical Events tagged with "dust storm"

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Natural Disasters

Severe Dust Storm Strikes Melbourne

February 8th, 1983 42 years ago

A severe dust storm blanketed Melbourne, plunging the city into murky orange skies and causing significant visibility issues. This meteorological phenomenon marked the beginning of one of the worst droughts in Australian history, with rainfall levels dropping sharply thereafter. Residents were caught off guard as the storm swept through, creating hazardous driving conditions and prompting health warnings due to airborne dust particles. The storm's roots were tied to prolonged periods of dry weather and high temperatures, leading to concerns over water supply and agricultural impacts in the region.

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