Dust Storm — Imperial County Except the Lower Colorado River Valley, California

2010-10-04 · Imperial County Except the Lower Colorado River Valley, California

Event narrative

A sudden blast of wind, estimated up to 45 mph, struck 6 miles north of Bard. Very low visibility was observed, estimated to be about a quarter mile due to blowing dust.

Wider weather episode

Local area in eastern Imperial County had strong winds and blowing dust.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 256060. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.