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Thunderstorms to clear the dust

The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for heavy thunderstorms and strong winds across the island on Tuesday, helping to clear up high dust concentrations in the atmosphere. The warning is

14th November 2023

Cyprus/Life & Society

Dust levels hit record-high in May

Atmospheric dust levels hit a negative record in May, the worst for five years, with researchers indicating that due to climate change, dust episodes in Cyprus will become more frequent. The Cyprus Institute

14th June 2023

Cyprus/Life & Society

Climate change is a way of life

Recent dust clouds over Cyprus directly result from climate change, as the phenomenon is becoming more frequent, damaging more than just air quality, says the Met Office. On Friday, the island was

4th June 2023

Cyprus/Life & Society

More dust, rain but warmer weather

Dust higher in the atmosphere is expected to reach the surface, causing discomfort to vulnerable groups, as temperatures exceed 30 degrees Celsius Friday. In comments to the Financial Mirror, the head of

2nd June 2023

Cyprus/Life & Society

High dust levels to retreat

High dust concentrations affecting the island are expected to decrease in the next few days with rain showers forecast, according to the Met Office. In comments to Alpha TV, the director of

29th May 2023

Cyprus/Life & Society

Dust episodes spell climate change

Recent dust clouds over Cyprus are a sign of climate change, as the phenomenon is becoming more persistent. In April alone, Cypriots had to cope with 20 days when dust levels were

8th May 2022

Cyprus/Life & Society

Strong winds to push dust clouds away

Dust lingering over Cyprus for the past week is expected to dissipate Friday as strong winds clear the atmosphere, according to the Met Office. In comments to CyBC TV, the head of

8th April 2022

Cyprus/Life & Society

Cyprus continues to suffer from high dust levels

Cyprus continues to suffer from high levels of dust particles in the atmosphere, the Department of Labour Inspection said on Saturday, three times above normal readings, causing respiratory problems to many and

2nd April 2022

Cyprus/Life & Society

Dust levels three-times above limit

Cyprus experienced high dust concentrations across the island on Monday, with authorities issuing a warning for above-average levels in the atmosphere. Limassol had the highest dust levels in the atmosphere, followed by

13th December 2021

Cyprus/Life & Society

Warning for high dust levels

Cypriots woke up to high dust concentrations across the island on Monday, with authorities issuing a warning for above-average levels in the atmosphere. The department of labour inspection said that high dust

15th November 2021

Cyprus/Life & Society