Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued April 21 at 4:24PM MDT until April 21 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Goodland KS
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 21, 2025 - 3:24pm
Expires:
April 21, 2025 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Visibility between one-quarter to three miles in blowing
dust near blowing dust source regions.
* WHERE...Dundy, Hitchcock, and Red Willow Counties.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM MDT /9 PM CDT/ this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory
problems.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Patchy blowing dust has been reported to be
occurring with winds from a decaying line of showers.
Instruction:
Blowing dust can significantly lower air quality and it is
encouraged that you take preventative measures such as staying
indoors or wearing protective breathing masks if outside. High dust
concentrations can cause respiratory problems, decrease lung
activity, aggravate asthma, and lead to potential heart-related
problems, especially with children, elderly or those with
pre-existing respiratory conditions.
Area Description:
Dundy; Hitchcock; Red Willow
Forcast Office:
NWS Goodland KS