Blowing dust

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-003954",
  "term": "Blowing dust",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "Dust or sand particles lifted from the ground by wind to heights of two meters or more, reducing horizontal visibility. This phenomenon occurs in arid and semi-arid regions when strong winds act on dry, loose soil. Visibility can be reduced to less than one kilometer during severe blowing dust events.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/blowing-dust/"
}