Huge sandstorm hits Egypt, killing 4
05 June 2023; MEMO: A huge sandstorm hit Egypt last week, killing four people and injuring five others when a billboard fell onto the 6th October Bridge.
During the spring, Egypt is regularly hit by the khamisin – 50 – hot, dry windstorms which carry sand from the desert and can last for up to 50 days.
The storm can cause severe headaches, blocked and runny noses and red, irritated eyes.
Citizens are advised to stay at home whereever possible until the storm has passed.
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