Dust Storm — Western Mojave Desert, California

2023-08-13 · Western Mojave Desert, California

Event narrative

Dust storm conditions caused near zero visibility 6 miles E of Newberry Springs, contributing to a multi-vehicle accident which closed I-40.

Wider weather episode

The remnants of Eastern Pacific Tropical Storm Eugene fueled scattered thunderstorms over southeast California. A few produced flash flooding and strong winds.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1135985. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.