Monster haboob covers Phoenix in dust

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Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Haboobs are more localized and have stronger winds than dust storms.

A massive haboob rolled through Phoenix on Tuesday, leaving the Arizona capital covered in dust.



Haboobs are different than your typical dust storms. According to AccuWeather, dust storms blow across a larger area of land at a lower altitude. Haboobs, on the other hand, are more localized with stronger winds and dust "that can be lifted as high as 5,000 feet."



The National Weather Service warned drivers to "exercise extreme caution" while on the road. It is not immediately known if the haboob caused any damages or injuries.

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