Dust Storm — Upton, Texas

2024-05-28 · Upton, Texas

Event narrative

A multiple-vehicle accident was reported in the northbound lane of Highway 349. Visibility was observed as near zero. It remains unknown if there were any injuries from this accident. Property damage cost is an estimation.

Wider weather episode

A strong outflow boundary moved across the Permian Basin resulting in a dust storm with areas of significant visibility reduction. This outflow boundary would also aid in the development of afternoon severe thunderstorms across the Lower Trans Pecos and northeast Permian Basin.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1176154. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.