Saharan dust is no stranger to Texas skies during the summer months, when prevailing westerly winds blow it across the Atlantic and toward the Gulf of Mexico. The cloud could cause respiratory issues, especially for those who have asthma, allergies and other lung conditions. Brendan Gibbons is the San Antonio Report's environment and energy reporter. That begs the question: when is it going to be gone? It will not mark the city's first visit by the Saharan Air Layer… COMING SOON: A Saharan dust cloud is making its way here to San Anontio. On Sunday, a local doctor took to his personal facebook page to explain the differences between COVID-19 and allergies. The comparison photos were sent to me from Mirco Ferro who lives in St. Barthelemy. And of course, the dusty skies could assume vivid hues around dusk. "It’s kind of ironic that it’s showing up at the same time as the COVID virus when we're being asked to wear masks," Dice said. But fevers, he said, are not associated with allergies. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's Air Quality Index currently forecasts Level Orange — "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" — for parts of South Texas on Thursday. Today's Texas Air Quality Forecast ... San Antonio, Victoria, and Waco-Killeen areas, with moderate afternoon winds and deeper vertical mixing. Sarah Spivey, Meteorologist. Altamirano said dry coughs are common symptoms of both allergies and COVID-19. “I would hazard a guess that if someone does see one of these showers for the next hour or two, when their car dries, it’s going to be a little bit more dusty,” Treadway said Friday. Once downloaded, make sure to allow notifications for updates, including livestreams from Your Weather Authority team. Postnasal drip can also cause congestion and a cough. While some days have been more hazy than others, this year’s dust has lingered longer than it usually does. "There is still some dust in the atmosphere today," he said. The much talked about Saharan Dust will be peaking again late this week. Saharan dust set to arrive in San Antonio this week could cause poor air quality, stunning sunsets. Anyone can experience breathing problems or itching due to the dust in the air, but people with underlying respiratory conditions like asthma or COPD may have extra trouble, Dice said. Treadway noted the cloud's drier air could "squash those rain chances completely.". Kaiti Blake, Meteorologist. 'We in a bandemic': H-E-B employees, San Antonians... Pence to keep up travel despite contact with... Subaru Outback gets updated for 2020; turbo engine added. San Antonio has seen the layer several times, Treadway said Wednesday, and the forecast calls for a repeat rather than a "Godzilla dust cloud.". The dust could also affect the NWS weekend weather forecast, which currently calls for isolated thunderstorms. Saharan dust. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. While some days have been more hazy than others, this year’s dust has lingered longer than it usually does. "It actually may help people from the dust as well. Their forecast calls for similar amounts of dust through this weekend. 20% rain. While some days have been more hazy than others, this year’s dust has lingered longer than it … The commission will keep an eye on conditions into the weekend, a spokesperson said. The good news is Ethan Williams, a Meteorologist at the National Weather Service says the concentration of the dust … Citations: Gym cited for employees, manager not... El Paso imposes curfew as virus cases overwhelm... Texans, Cowboys are awful, but the memes are funny, Matthew McConaughey reveals he was sexually abused. If you need help with the Public File, call 210-351-1241. Copyright 2020 by KSAT - All rights reserved. For the last week, Saharan dust has been filtering in and out of the sky over San Antonio. Answering your questions about Saharan dust, What you need to know about Saharan dust in Texas. Will you join us and donate now? Dr. Ray Altamirano, from Casa Salud Family Medicine Clinic, said a runny nose, a stuffy head, sneezing and postnasal drip are the most common symptoms of allergic reactions to the Saharan dust. COVID-19/Coronavirus News & Announcements. Please reload the page and try again. Anyone living along the Texas coast and closer to San Antonio will start to see hazy skies as soon as Thursday. Nonprofit journalism for an informed community. Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Credit: Bonnie Arbittier / San Antonio Report. You are now signed up to receive the Daily Reach. “It’s pretty much here,” said National Weather Service meteorologist Aaron Treadway, who noticed the hazy views on his drive to the service’s New Braunfels office for work Friday afternoon. For the last week, Saharan dust has been filtering in and out of the sky over San Antonio. Additionally, possibly very light isolated fire activity in the Ark-La-Tex region could produce light smoke that may impact portions of Northeast Texas, though the i… The vast cloud, visible from space, led to yellow skies and limited visibility as it blanketed the Caribbean over the weekend. Sarah Spivey is a San Antonio native who grew up watching KSAT long before she began to think about a career in television. The annual arrival of Saharan dust from Africa is due to start arriving in San Antonio next week. It’s safe to say summer is in full swing in San Antonio. Kaiti Blake is a child weather-geek-turned-meteorologist. Is working from home (literally) a pain in the neck? Our new Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. Saharan dust is still in Texas. Check the dates in the photos (top is from March) - both are unfiltered or altered in any way. "So, if you know someone that has tested positive, a neighbor or family member, and you're experiencing these symptoms, I recommend getting tested.". “It’s going to be able to pull some of that dust particulate out of the atmosphere in that shower and be left over on someone’s car.”. National Weather Service meteorologist Keith White said San Antonio will experience hazy and dusty conditions for a "good portion" of the next several days. “Also, if you look off the coast of Africa you can see yet another large cloud coming off the continent, continuing to feed the long chain of dust traveling across the Atlantic.”. Here’s what you need to know about this week’s weather: As always, Your Weather Authority will keep you in the loop. He advised people with such conditions to spend less time outside, ensure they uses their medications consistently, and wear a mask if they do go outside over the next week or so. Our newsroom works on your behalf to hold officials accountable. Weather this week in San Antonio: Heat and Saharan dust As we head into July, expect toasty temps and the return of hazy skies. Microsoft may earn an Affiliate Commission if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. The air ferrying the dust along is steadily drying out moisture that’s been hanging over the region during the last few days, Treadway said. With the Saharan dust cloud slowly traveling across the Lone Star State, many Texans are experiencing runny noses and watery eyes, symptoms that mimic those of the coronavirus. Currently, there’s enough dust to produce moderate air quality in Austin and San Antonio according to the Texas Commision on Environmental Quality, or TCEQ. SAN ANTONIO — Get ready for hazy skies over South Texas. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! We rely on membership donations from readers to support our fact-based reporting. You can tell by just looking out at the horizon as haze is easily visible. Currently, there’s enough dust to produce moderate air quality in Austin and San Antonio according to the Texas Commision on Environmental Quality, or TCEQ. Doug Supernaw: Love child of JFK & Marilyn Monroe or a troubled fallen star? To explore all newsletters, click here.By signing up, you agree to the terms of service and privacy policy. "Will that translate into a lot more health problems? Beyond that, models suggest the dust thins out over Texas next week. Hazy skies should begin clearing by Sunday and into early next week, according to the TCEQ, as the dry, dusty air moves northward starting Sunday. Dice noted the particles become an irritant as they drift down to ground level. "Allergies typically never cause a fever," he said. Justin Horne, Weather Authority Meteorologist/Reporter. 60% rain. Southside Residents Succeed In Push to Bring Air Monitor to Area, San Antonio Council OKs Zoning Change Over Edwards Aquifer Property, San Antonio area scares up plans for a pandemic-altered Halloween, Texas A&M University-San Antonio alumni share the benefits of their college degrees, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. Visit the Metropolitan Health District's website to find local COVID-19 testing centers. With the Saharan dust cloud slowly traveling across the Lone Star State, many Texans are experiencing runny noses and watery eyes, symptoms that mimic those of the coronavirus. 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