Author name: Gleb Perov

Chief forecaster and ideologist of the weather forecast service Pogodnik. Co-author of scientific articles and specialized content for various online media.

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Unusual Weather Phenomena in the UAE: Tornado-like Dust Devils and Lightning Storms

On October 23, 2024, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) experienced a significant meteorological event that captivated residents and drew the attention of authorities. A series of storms, marked by formidable tornado-like formations known as dust devils, swept across various emirates, including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah.

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Unprecedented Solar Fury: Major X3.3 Flare Erupts, Threatening Earth's Atmosphere

On October 24, 2024, at 03:57 UTC, a major solar event unfolded as a long-duration solar flare, measuring X3.3, erupted from the Sun’s southeast limb. This remarkable phenomenon was generated by the returning Region 3842, which has become notorious for its potential as it continues on its path across the solar disk. The flare, which began at 03:30 UTC and concluded at 04:28 UTC, marked a significant moment in ongoing solar activity as we move further into Solar Cycle 25.

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