In brief
A considerable dust storm struck parts of Arizona recently, characterized by a thick wall of dark dust driven by strong thunderstorm winds. This meteorological phenomenon, termed a 'haboob', is most frequently observed in the southwestern United States. Residents and onlookers shared videos capturing the storm's intensity.
Watch: Moment Massive Dust Storm Surges Through Arizona
A massive dust storm has swept through parts of the US state of Arizona. The thick wall of dark dust in Pinal County was carried by thunderstorm winds - a phenomenon known as a haboob, according to the National Weather Service.
The term haboob comes from Arabic and refers to a 'strong wind' or 'gale'. In the United States, they are most common in the southwest.
