How Deadly are Dust Storms?

• 2023

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This article describes research on mortality associated with dust storms due to vehicle crashes during dust storm events. Dust storms lead to car accidents because they reduce visibility on roads. The report found that these crashes are often underreported, and it offers suggestions for how to improve reporting dust storm fatalities.

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Focus Areas: Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Dust; Mortality; Motor Vehicles

Institutions: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

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