A heavy dust storm-lashed Guwahati and many other parts of the State on Wednesday.
Sandstorms can paralyse an entire economy, cause road accidents, ground aircrafts, and jam radar and electronic systems, with consequences for agriculture that are still poorly assessed as well as serious long-term health impacts. Exposure to dust of a few microns can cause conjunctivitis and dermatological disorders.
Effects: Inhalation of dust can cause asthma, respiratory diseases such as silicosis, and cardiovascular diseases such as bronchitis and emphysema.
