Dust Storm — Davis Mountains, Texas

2025-03-12 · Davis Mountains, Texas

Event narrative

A report of near zero visibility from blowing dust was received from the Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute. Wind gusts between 40 and 50 mph were reported in the region.

Wider weather episode

A strong and progressive westerly jet stream over the southern United States, with a quickly developing low pressure over Oklahoma, resulted in high winds and a dust storm along a developing front.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1242958. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.