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Briefing: March of the Harmattan
Strategic angle: Strong winds in March 2026 carried Saharan dust across northwestern Africa and toward the Canary Islands, reducing visibility and prompting alerts.
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Updated 10 days ago
In March 2026, significant wind patterns resulted in the transport of Saharan dust across northwestern Africa towards the Canary Islands.
This event has implications for atmospheric conditions, as the dust reduced visibility in affected areas, prompting local alerts.
Monitoring and response strategies may need to be evaluated to address the impact of such dust events on air quality and health in the region.