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Las Vegas Issues Dust Advisory as Strong Southerly Winds Hit Tuesday

Officials warn that blowing dust can worsen heart and lung conditions.

Overview

  • Clark County’s Division of Air Quality issued a dust advisory for Tuesday across the Las Vegas Valley.
  • A National Weather Service wind advisory runs from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., with sustained 20–30 mph winds and gusts topping 40 mph.
  • People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children are urged to stay indoors to reduce exposure to particulate matter.
  • Residents are advised to limit outdoor exertion, keep windows and doors closed, and run home and car air conditioning to filter dust.
  • The county urges slow driving on unpaved roads, off-road riding only in approved areas, and reports of excessive blowing dust to 702-385-DUST (3878).