Desert dust from Africa has caused a color change in the sky. Experts warn: desert dust can cause human deaths.
Desert dust, which has been affecting Turkey in recent weeks, is coming again. The General Directorate of Meteorology warned the public to be careful against possible negativities by issuing a yellow code warning for 13 provinces.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. İlhan Sağsen emphasized the effects of desert dust on health and stated that dust transport can cause serious health problems that can lead to death. Especially individuals with respiratory diseases are advised to stay indoors and use masks when they need to be outside.
According to MGM’s reports, it is stated that the values reaching the summer temperatures have dropped noticeably. Especially in Marmara, it is stated that the strong and cold blowing winds will make it cold. Major cities such as Antalya, Istanbul and Izmir are among the 13 provinces where the yellow coded warning was issued.
Meteorology General Directorate officials estimate that the effect of desert dust will decrease as of Sunday morning hours, but warn that there may be negative effects such as decreased air quality and decreased visibility during this period.
It is necessary to be cautious against issues such as health problems due to dust transportation, which is expected to be especially strong in Southeastern Anatolia. In addition, according to the warnings made by MGM, strong winds are expected to blow north on the Marmara and Aegean coasts, and southwest of the Western Mediterranean and Central Anatolia.
It is important for the public to be careful and cautious, especially those who will be outdoors to use masks and take health precautions. It is important to follow the current warnings of the General Directorate of Meteorology and local governments.
