Sandstorm

EgyptAir suspends flights to Aswan and Abu Simbel amid sandstorm

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 - 05:54 GMT

In an official statement, the airline said the suspension will remain in effect until weather conditions improve.

AbouGhali Auto Leads a New Era in the Automotive Industry with the Launch of Sandstorm in Egypt

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 - 02:49 GMT

With a clear vision and a strong grasp of the market needs, AbouGhali fills an apparent void in the market with the launch of Sandstorm in Egypt. Brought by AbouGhali Auto, the bold Emirati brand makes its debut in the Egyptian automotive market with its double-cabin pick-up, offering top-tier specification at unrivalled prices supported by the GAFTA agreement.

EMA urges public to avoid billboards as dusty winds hit Cairo, many parts

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 - 11:31 GMT

The EMA anticipates that these dusty winds will reduce visibility on some roads in the western regions of the country, as well as in areas of the Nile Delta, northern Upper Egypt, and cities along the Suez Canal.

Heat and dust sweep Greater Cairo: Tips to beat the weather

Fri, 10 May 2024 - 09:28 GMT

Brace yourselves for scorching temperatures and dusty winds across northern Egypt, including Cairo, on Friday. However, relief is on the horizon with more pleasant weather in the days to come.

Egypt to see dusty winds, possible rain on Thursday: EMA

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 - 09:13 GMT

People with respiratory problems are advised to stay indoors as dusty winds will blow across Egypt on Thursday, according to the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecast.

Locals should stay indoors, avoid walking under billboards as sandstorm hits Egypt: EMA

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 - 01:43 GMT

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) has urged locals to stay indoors, avoid walking under billboards and wear a mask as a sandstorm has hit major areas across Egypt on Thursday.

People with respiratory problems advised to stay indoors as dust storm expected across Egypt

Sat, 27 May 2023 - 09:50 GMT

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) has advised people with respiratory problems to stay indoors as many areas across Egypt are scheduled to see dust storms on Sunday.

EMA expects rainfall, sandstorm in many areas in Egypt including Greater Cairo Thursday

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 - 07:58 GMT

The EMA also expects on Thursday mild to moderate rainfall on southern Lower Egypt, which may extend to Greater Cairo and the Canal cities.

Egypt to see sand storm, low temperature Thursday

Wed, 13 Feb 2019 - 09:42 GMT

Egypt is expected to see an unstable weather Thursday, with speed dusty wind and a decline in temperature across the country.

Sandstorm: Egyptians advised to stay home as skies turn orange

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 - 12:11 GMT

Egyptians are advised to stay home and avoid exposure to a heavy sandstorm that hit the country at its peak on Wednesday, forcing several parks and zoos across the country to close its doors.

Unstable weather expected until Friday

Wed, 02 May 2018 - 07:56 GMT

Instability of the weather will continue, with a rise in temperatures on Friday.

Live updates, pics: Rain, sand hit Egypt - gov't hopes to manage crisis

Mon, 30 Apr 2018 - 02:01 GMT

Follow et's live updates on the unstable weather expected to last until Tuesday.

Very hot weather, sandstorm to hit Egypt this week

Sun, 29 Apr 2018 - 03:50 GMT

Meteorologists expect extreme weather fluctuations, heavy winds and sandstorms to hit the country.

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