A thick cloud of Saharan dust is moving into Central Florida and will linger through the weekend.

While it might sound crazy, it is actually a common occurrence, especially during the summer months.

What is Saharan Dust?

Saharan dust comes our way from the Saharan Air Layer — clouds of dry, dusty air that form over the Saharan Desert in Africa. The dust clouds blow across the Atlantic Ocean, where they can impact the Caribbean and southeast United States.

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Local Impacts

Saharan dust can reduce visibility and cause hazy skies. First Warning Meteorologist Cam Tran also said that the dust also creates colorful sunrises and sunsets, advising you to have your cameras ready over the next few days.

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