- Title: Sandstorm disrupts daily life across Qatar
- Date: 15th April 2025
- Summary: Sandstorm disrupts daily life across Qatar SHOTLIST: DOHA, QATAR (APR. 15, 2025) (ANADOLU-ACCESS ALL) 1. VARIOUS OF WIND SWEEPING ACROSS STREETS AS DAILY LIFE GOES ON // SKY FILLED WITH SAND SCRIPT A powerful sandstorm sweeping across Qatar significantly disrupted daily life in the capital Doha and several other cities on Tuesday (Apr. 15). The storm, which began in the early hours of the morning, reduced visibility across all regions of the country, prompting warnings for motorists and residents with respiratory conditions. According to Qatar’s Meteorology Department, coastal areas are expected to experience dusty weather with intermittent sandstorms, strong winds, and reduced horizontal visibility during the day, alongside relatively warm temperatures. The Ministry of Interior has urged residents to avoid driving in dusty and windy conditions to prevent traffic accidents.
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