AMMAN (Arab News) – Authorities in Jordan issued warnings to citizens after a dust storm raged over Jordan and caused disruption to the kingdom’ aviation operations. The National Center for Security and Crisis Management warned the population, especially those with respiratory problems, to remain vigilant and to avoid going out, especially in the northeastern parts and in the capital Amman.

The center warned of low visibility, especially in the desert areas, saying the dusty weather conditions would persist over the next three days.

Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission (CARC) Chief Commissioner Captain Haitham Misto said that low visibility procedures (LVP) had been applied at airports to ensure safe operations during the current sand storm hitting the kingdom and the entire Eastern Mediterranean region.