Edition

weather

Texas turns Socialist.

Texans brace for hazy days ahead. Prepare for a 'woke' smoke screen, y'all!

Published July 30, 2024 at 6:03am by Isabela Ocampo Restrepo


Texas, get ready for a real "magic carpet ride"! Starting Tuesday, some fine Saharan dust is gonna give us a tan and then some. Time to embrace your inner camel, y'all!

Thanks to some wild thunderstorms over in the Sahara, we're expecting a haze to roll in from the coast all the way up to North Texas. So, grab your shades and get ready for a unique few days. It's like a desert vacation without the pesky sand in your undies!

What the heck is Saharan Dust?

Well, city folks, it's just what it sounds like. Dust from the mighty Sahara Desert, blown across the Atlantic by those wild storms. It usually hits places like Puerto Rico, Florida, and yes, sometimes Texas. We're special like that. According to the CDC, it's totally normal, especially around this time of year (thanks, Obama). #MAGA

Air quality index map: See current conditions

So, what can you expect? Well, besides the obvious hazy skies and kickass sunsets, you might feel like you're breathing dirt. Allergies might act up, and you could be reaching for the eye drops. But hey, at least your skin will look like you just walked out of a spa!

The dust will also put a damper on thunderstorms and turn up the heat. So, stay hydrated, folks! No liberal snowflakes allowed.

Is it dangerous?

Hell yeah, it can be! The CDC admits that the dust messes with the air quality, which isn't ideal for breathing. It's like smoking a cigar, but you can't tap this ash off. The dust supposedly affects folks with allergies and respiratory issues. So, if you've got asthma, you might wanna lock yourself indoors and load up on the Ventolin.

They're also saying it can irritate your skin and eyes. Like we said, nature's spa treatment!

So, what now?

Well, you can either listen to the libs and stay inside, becoming a prisoner in your own home, or you can embrace the wild west and head outside. Maybe break out the guns for target practice—those dust clouds might make for an interesting challenge! It's like Texas wants to make its own darn shooting ranges! Yee-haw! Just remember, freedom comes with responsibilities, so keep an eye on those air quality levels.

Read more: Saharan dust coming to Texas. Expect hazy skies and low-quality air this week