A large dust storm covered the city of Niamey, the capital of Niger. This shocking phenomenon is called haboob. It occurs when a mature thunderstorm releases cold air that rushes to the ground. This air is released ahead of the storm. In the desert, it can lift large masses of dust, forming what appears to be a wall of earth.
Gigantic dust storm covers Niger's capital
2020-05-06T18:33:08.450Z
A large dust storm covered the city of Niamey, the capital of Niger. This shocking phenomenon is called haboob. It occurs when a mature thunderstorm releases cold air that rushes ...