Sandstorm severely limited visibility in some areas in Surkhandarya province, with people forced to turn on night lights in places. Today, June 9, a strong dust storm covered Termez city. As of 10:00 AM, visibility in the city was reduced to 200 meters.
According to the provincial emergency department, dust and wind are observed on the territory of several more districts of the province, except for Termez city.
Residents of the province are urged to be careful and follow safety measures to protect against dust and wind.
“Today, June 9, in Termez, Denau, Sariasi, Angor, Sherabad, Muzrabat, Kizirik and Bandikhan districts of Surkhandarya province, sandstorms were present with wind blowing at a speed of 4-12 m/s. Now the situation is stable. Residents are asked to observe safety measures during the dust storm,” the statement said.
