29.08.2026 22:40
A severe dust storm that hit Homs, Syria, turned the sky red and reduced visibility to nearly zero. Strong winds and unstable weather conditions prevailed in the region, and the resulting images drew attention.
Following the adverse weather conditions that affected Mecca and its surroundings in Saudi Arabia, a severe dust storm was also observed in Syria. The storm, which affected the city of Homs, turned the sky red, and visibility dropped to nearly zero in places due to the intense dust.
SKY IN HOMS TURNED RED
The severe dust storm that affected Syria's Homs city today negatively impacted life in the city. Due to the intense dust spreading into the air, the sky took on a red appearance.
As visibility significantly decreased, drivers and pedestrians had difficult moments, and the images created by the storm were captured on mobile phone cameras.
SEVERE WEATHER CONDITIONS ALSO AFFECTED MECCA
A day earlier, heavy rain and storms affected Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and those in the region had difficult moments due to strong winds. The moment lightning struck the Royal Clock Tower in Mecca was also captured on cameras.
In Medina, Saudi Arabia, visibility significantly decreased on August 27 due to a sandstorm, and visitors had to take shelter in enclosed areas.