Overview

• Saharan dust cloud sweeps across the UK, causing skies to turn orange.
• The phenomenon occurs several times a year when large dust storms in the Sahara coincide with southerly wind patterns.
• The dust cloud was due to a storm system near Spain, according to a Met Office forecaster.
• Southerly winds are expected to push the dust towards the UK, enhancing sunsets and sunrises.
• Dust deposits are expected on cars and roads, particularly where rain is expected.