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About the International Decade on Combating Sand and Dust Storms
Safety & Security , Science & Math
Ends: Dec 31, 2034
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THE UNITED NATIONS' INTERNATIONAL DECADE
ON COMBATING SAND AND DUST STORMS
The United Nations has proclaimed an International Decade for Action to Combat Sand and Dust Storms, emphasizing these natural phenomena' urgency and global impact. Here are the key aspects:
OBJECTIVES
Mitigation and Adaptation—Develop and implement strategies to reduce the frequency and severity of sand and dust storms.
Capacity Building—Enhance the capacity of affected countries to manage and mitigate the impacts of sand and dust storms.
Research and Monitoring—Promote scientific study to understand better the causes and effects of sand and dust storms and improve monitoring systems.
International Cooperation—Foster global cooperation to address transboundary impacts and support affected countries.THREATS
Health Risks—Respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and eye infections.
Environmental Damage—Soil degradation, loss of arable land, and ecosystem damage.
Economic Losses—Damage to infrastructure, reduced agricultural productivity, and increased health care costs.IMPACT OF SAND AND DUST STORMS
Agriculture—Dust storms can bury crops, reduce soil fertility, and disrupt planting and harvesting cycles.
Infrastructure—Damage to buildings, roads, and other infrastructure, leading to costly repairs.
Public Health—Increased incidence of respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, leading to higher healthcare expenditures.
Economic Activities—Disruptions to transportation, tourism, and other economic activities, resulting in financial losses.WHERE SAND STORMS ORIGINATE
Sand and dust storms typically originate in arid and semi-arid regions where strong winds can lift loose sand and soil. Major sources include:
—The Sahara Desert in Africa
—The Arabian Desert in the Middle East
—The Gobi Desert in Asia
—The Great Victoria Desert in Australia
While more common in desert regions, sand and dust storms can affect areas far from their origin due to atmospheric transport, draught, deforestation and overdevelopment.TOP FIVE MOST DEVASTATING SAND STORMS IN HISTORY
1935 BLACK SUNDAY IN AMERICA
This storm, which occurred during the Dust Bowl era, devastated the Great Plains, causing severe agricultural damage and displacing thousands of people.
2009 AUSTRALIAN DUST STORM
Originating in the Lake Eyre Basin, it blanketed eastern Australia, including Sydney, causing health issues and transportation disruptions.
2008 BEIJING DUST STORM
Originating in the Gobi Desert, it affected Beijing and other parts of northern China, reducing visibility and causing respiratory problems.
2020 SAHARAN DUST STORM IMPACTING THE CARIBBEAN AND AMERICAS
Known as the "Godzilla dust cloud," it traveled from the Sahara across the Atlantic, affecting air quality and visibility in the Caribbean and parts of the Americas.
2008 IRAN-IRAQ DUST STORM
This massive storm impacted Iraq, Iran, and the Arabian Peninsula, causing health crises and disrupting daily life.
These storms highlight sand and dust storms' widespread and significant impact on human life and the environment. The International Decade on Combating Sand and Dust Storms aims to mitigate these impacts through coordinated global efforts.
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