On April 23, 2024, Athens, Greece, found itself engulfed in an eerie orange hue as a Saharan dust storm swept through the region. In a video shared by @EllyVintiadis and @yianis from Monastiraki, the city's skyline was obscured by a thick layer of dust, reducing visibility and prompting concerns about air quality. The phenomenon, fueled by days of strong winds from the south, not only affected Athens but also various other Greek cities. Authorities issued warnings about the potential health risks associated with breathing in the dusty air, urging residents to take precautions until the weather conditions improved.

On April 23, 2024, Athens, Greece, found itself engulfed in an eerie orange hue as a Saharan dust storm swept through the region. In a video shared by @EllyVintiadis and @yianis from Monastiraki, the city's skyline was obscured by a thick layer of dust, reducing visibility and prompting concerns about air quality. The phenomenon, fueled by days of strong winds from the south, not only affected Athens but also various other Greek cities. Authorities issued warnings about the potential health risks associated with breathing in the dusty air, urging residents to take precautions until the weather conditions improved.