Sand, dust storms affect about 330 million people due to climate change: UN
154d ago
World
Al Jazeera

A United Nations report reveals that approximately 330 million people are affected by sand and dust storms, a problem exacerbated by climate change. The report also indicates that almost half of the global population is exposed to dust levels exceeding World Health Organization (WHO) safety thresholds. The increasing frequency and intensity of these storms pose significant risks to human health, agriculture, and infrastructure, underscoring the urgent need for effective climate mitigation and adaptation strategies.