Dr. Ben Abbott was out for a mountain bike ride when he took video of Saturday's storm that blew into the Provo-Orem area.

Plumes of dust often travel thousands of miles from Africa to the Americas. The peak activity happens between June and ...

Authorities have reopened the Desert Highway in both directions after a heavy dust storm forced a temporary closure late Sunday, the Public Security Directorate’s Highway Patrol Department ...

Desert storms that have sent massive plumes of dust across the oceans may have a small but significant effect on global temperatures, scientists say. New research found the microscopic particles ...

The National Weather Service office in Hanford issued a dust storm warning for Fresno County around 2 p.m. PT Monday, warning that near-zero visibility would be experienced throughout the area.

Dust storms are common in flat areas that have few trees and plants. The lack of obstructions allows wind to increase momentum, grow stronger and drive more dust into the atmosphere, the NOAA says.

At least 14 cars and trucks and three semi trucks were involved in the crashes, according to preliminary information from Washington State Patrol. The wrecks closed the southbound lanes at Milepost 60 ...

Dust storms can develop rapidly and pose serious dangers for drivers caught on the road. In these situations, knowing how to respond can be critical to staying safe.