What do you do when driving in a dust storm?

After you are completely off the traveled portion of the roadway:**Turn off driving lights.**Keep your car radio on.**If you are on the freeway, leave the freeway at an exit ramp, if possible.**Wait until visibility is at least 300 feet before re-entering the roadway.**Heavy rain may follow the dust storm. read more

If you run into a severe dust storm, reduce the speed of your vehicle immediately and drive carefully off the highway. After you are off the paved portion of the roadway, turn off your vehicle's lights to ensure other cars do not follow you off the road and hit your vehicle. read more

If a dust storm strikes, use the same rules you would for driving in fog. Do not stop on the road, because cars coming behind you will not see you in time to stop. instead, slow down and pull to the side of the road, turn off all lights and wait until it's safe to resume driving. read more

Ideal dust storm conditions are also ideal for thunderstorms, and lightning often accompanies a dust storm. Read the related wikiHow for details on how to protect yourself during a thunderstorm. Cover your stomach and groin in case of shrapnel. If you are in a shelter, do not go outside unless absolutely necessary. read more