A substantial Saharan dust plume, comparable to the size of the continental U.S., is heading toward Florida's Gulf Coast much earlier than normal this season. The Saharan Air Layer packed with PM2.5 particles raises significant respiratory health concerns among vulnerable populations. Meteorologists noted the plume's impressive size, stretching 2,000 miles across the Caribbean, affecting air quality and visibility. Health officials have advised residents to limit outdoor activities, use N95 masks, and stay updated on real-time air quality, especially as it intersects with Canadian wildfire smoke, worsening pollution in the region.
The Saharan dust plume, larger than the continental U.S., poses health risks due to PM2.5 particles, urging vulnerable individuals to limit outdoor activities.
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