On Tuesday at 7:40 p.m. a blowing dust warning was released by the National Weather Service in effect until Wednesday at 3 a.m. The warning is for Palo Duro Canyon as well as Oldham, Potter, Carson, Gray, Deaf Smith, Randall, Armstrong and Donley counties.

The NWS adds to be ready for, “Widespread blowing dust.”

“Severely limited visibilities are expected. Travel will be dangerous and possibly life-threatening. Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles,” adds the NWS. “Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, ‘Pull Aside, Stay Alive’. Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.”

Source: The National Weather Service