Corpus Christi, Texas – A thick plume of Saharan dust is blanketing the Corpus Christi area today, dimming skies and causing air quality to drop into the “moderate” range. Residents with asthma or other respiratory conditions are being urged to limit outdoor activity as the dust lingers into Thursday night.
According to the National Weather Service Corpus Christi, winds from the Gulf are pushing millions of tons of fine dust inland, creating hazy skies and reducing visibility across the Texas Gulf Coast. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) reports that sensitive groups—children, the elderly, and those with lung disease—should take extra precautions, including staying indoors and keeping windows closed.
Drivers may notice reduced visibility on area highways, including I-37, US-181, and routes through Nueces and San Patricio counties. City officials recommend postponing strenuous outdoor work and checking local air quality updates at tceq.texas.gov/airquality/monops/forecast_today.html. Residents should drink extra water and consult a doctor if coughing or shortness of breath develops…