TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - A massive plume of dust is drifting across the Atlantic and heading for Florida.

This has the benefit of causing gorgeous sunsets and tamping down tropical development, but it also carries health risks for some.

On Tuesday, the National Weather Service in San Juan, Puerto Rico, reported hazy skies and conditions that could aggravate allergies and cause issues for sensitive groups.

Atmospheric dust (WFLA)

What is Saharan dust?

The Saharan Air Layer, commonly referred to as Saharan dust, results from ripples in the atmosphere that loft large amounts of sand and dust from the African desert into the air, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The blanket of dry air and strong winds travels thousands of miles across the Atlantic, creating a

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