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Sand haze is expected this week #197949
06/18/2019 02:50 PM
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Might need translation
http://www.soualigapost.com/fr/actualite/30314/pollution/un-grand-%C3%A9pisode-de-brume-de-sable-toute-la-semaine

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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #197950
06/18/2019 02:51 PM
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Here it is translated.
FOR THE MOMENT THE CONCENTRATION OF FINE PARTICLES DOES NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDATION THRESHOLD IN SAINT-MARTIN.
"A big episode of sand haze will be observed all this week" announced Météo France Antilles Guyane yesterday, Monday 17 June. As we can see on the satellite photo this episode concerns the entire Caribbean, St. Martin included.

"A worsening is expected Thursday with a higher concentration of particles in the atmosphere.The air will be very dry and very foggy and will greatly limit the frequency of possible showers," continued Météo France.

Gwad'air, approved association for monitoring air quality in Guadeloupe, triggered the Orange level for the entire archipelago yesterday and today in agreement with the prefecture of Guadeloupe. "'The levels of fine particles are high and today exceed the threshold of information and recommendation set at 50 micrograms per cubic meter, for the protection of human health," she said Monday, June 17.

On the other hand, the measurements made yesterday in Saint-Martin by the mobile station of Gwad'air indicate rates lower than those of Guadeloupe. The concentration of fine particles does not exceed the recommendation threshold and the Orange level is therefore not triggered.

For now Saint-Martin is concerned by this episode of sand haze, but less than the archipelago of Guadeloupe. It remains to watch how rates change during the week.

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #197951
06/18/2019 02:51 PM
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Yes, without reading the story, I can say it is hazy here. Regardless, it's all good!!


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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #197968
06/18/2019 04:42 PM
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Here's an interesting forecast graphic:

http://www.worldwindsinc.com/sal.htm

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #197979
06/18/2019 06:31 PM
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Holy cow , looks like it's going to be a lot over us .

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #197999
06/18/2019 10:21 PM
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Sahara dust is part of our lives frequently. Get out the eye wash.


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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: BillandElaine] #198032
06/19/2019 10:49 AM
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I have been there when it blows through. It can be quite thick at times. Was also there when Matsarate (sp) blew. Ash was everywhere and airport was closed.

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: BillandElaine] #198045
06/19/2019 11:46 AM
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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #198177
06/20/2019 10:53 AM
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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #198236
06/20/2019 11:54 PM
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They say that all the time. Just like the dump mess. Stay inside and close your windows.


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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: BillandElaine] #198237
06/21/2019 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by BillandElaine
They say that all the time. Just like the dump mess. Stay inside and close your windows.


Elaine, respectfully... are you at the end of your rope with living there? Will you be leaving, as perhaps you've decided it's not your end-of-days location that you wanted to be?


"It is good to do nothing all day, and then to rest" wink
Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: BeachKitten] #198243
06/21/2019 08:38 AM
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Truth bother you? Happy to exit if it does. Have no plans to leave. I don't know anyone who lives here who is not more than fed up with the environmental damage going on. And the stupid warnings they put out.


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Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #198289
06/21/2019 05:06 PM
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Sahara dust is a blessing! It is what you want during hurricane season!

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: sxmmartini] #198296
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Originally Posted by sxmmartini
Sahara dust is a blessing! It is what you want during hurricane season!


Agreed, but generally happens in June..now if it continues well into July and spreads into the gulf areas, its excellent news for us Floridians. Been through 2 direct hits in our time and do not want to see a third.

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: bran] #198314
06/21/2019 11:43 PM
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Originally Posted by bran
Originally Posted by sxmmartini
Sahara dust is a blessing! It is what you want during hurricane season!


Agreed, but generally happens in June..now if it continues well into July and spreads into the gulf areas, its excellent news for us Floridians. Been through 2 direct hits in our time and do not want to see a third.


Bran, I just realized we’re neighbors! I’m in Naples. Yup, been through my fair share of hurricanes in the almost 40 years that I’ve been here, and they’re never fun...

Re: Sand haze is expected this week [Re: SXMScubaman] #198318
06/22/2019 07:26 AM
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Going back to the original topic, yes there was a marked increase in the haze on Thursday. It was pretty hazy the whole time we were there though.


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