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Strong Sand Storm in Israel and Gaza

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A strong sand storm happened in Israel and the Gaza Strip. The storm brought much dust from the desert. The sky suddenly looked orange. People could not see far. The air was very dusty. Many people stayed in their homes. Some people found it hard to breathe. Experts say: Such storms happen often in this area. The wind carries the sand far over the land. After the storm, a fine layer of sand was everywhere. Cars and houses were covered with dust. Now the situation is calm again. People clean their homes and streets. There were no reports of bad injuries. Such weather events are great to see. But they are also dangerous for health. People with breathing problems must be extra careful.

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Definitions

Sand Storm
A sand storm happens with strong wind in dry areas. The wind lifts much sand and dust high into the air.

Locations

Israel
A country in the Middle East. It is near the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Gaza Strip
A narrow area on the Mediterranean coast. It is between Israel and Egypt.

Sources

Logo Die Zeit
Die Zeit

Orangefarbener Staub: Sandsturm zieht über Israel und Gazastreifen

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Der Standard

Heftiger Sandsturm zieht über Israel und Gazastreifen

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Stern

Sandsturm zieht über Israel und Gazastreifen

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BBC

Gazans urged to shelter as sandstorm turns skies orange

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