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Where do sandstorms occur and why?

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This wind is sometimes caused by convection currents. Clouds in a dark brownish colour, usually means a sandstorm is coming. Sandstorms mostly occur in hot deserts such as the Sahara and Gobi Deserts. They also sometimes happen near Beijing, China, and happen during the day when the earth heats up. read more

Sandstorms typically occur in deserts, where sand is abundant. They are caused when strong winds blow around loose sand in great quantities. Dust storms, which are similar to sandstorms, consist of soil and debris instead of sand. read more

In addition, it should be noted that sandstorms typically occur most frequently in spring. It is impossible to give a complete list of where sandstorms occur because, to some extent, they can occur virtually anywhere. The main three geographic regions are the Middle East, Northern Africa, and Northern China. read more

Central Asia, North America, Central Africa and Australia are home to the most dust storms, but they can kick up anywhere where the conditions are ripe. The first element needed for any dust storm -- a source of dust -- depends largely on climate. read more

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