It is definitely sand storm season here in Iraq and we have had quite a few lately that have lasted a couple of days. They are definitely zero fun as EVERYTHING is coated in sand and dust, including your entire respiratory system! Below are a few pics to give you a sense of what they are like. They were taken around 3 in the afternoon.
Lake by our office full dust storm
Same view on a clear day (this was taken during the Inaugural Raft Race in case you forgot)
Here is a pic to kind of give you a sense of the color difference from outside compared to inside. The orange is not funny Photoshop work. That is the actual color of the air due to all the dust and sand in it. Doesn't it look just yummy! =)
3 comments:
Wow, I can't imagine. I bet dust and sand gets everywhere.
How do you keep from breathing it all in?
Dee...that is definitely an understatement!
Mike...you stay inside as much as possible and if you have to go outside some wear a mask or cloth over their mouth and nose. I can't imagine how difficult it is for our guys in the field having to fight in the middle of this stuff. Definitely more reasons to lift them up in prayer for safety.
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