Pictures: Sandstorm causes poor visibility in Dubai

NCM issues warning over dusty weather and high winds

Last updated: May 18, 2022 | 19:09

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Morning commuters and pedestrians in Dubai are faced with dusty skies as a sandstorm passes through the city during the early hours on 18th May, 2022.

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Dusty conditions in Dubai

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Motorists make their way despite difficult conditions in Dubai.

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