Europe's skies turn orange as Saharan dust sweeps in - in pictures

Spain, France and Switzerland blanketed in sandy hues

Sahara dust drifts over central Switzerland near Mount Brisen and the village of Stans in the canton of Nidwalden, Switzerland. AP

Mar 16, 2022

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