Dust storms across Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Arabian Sea

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Dust storms across Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Arabian Sea

Digital composite of multiple dust storms across Iran (left), Afghanistan (top right), Pakistan (bottom right), and the Arabian Sea. The dust storms appear as light tan or gray haze over the sharper browns and tan colors of the underlying arid landscape.
This combination Terra (right)/Aqua (left) Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) image from March 2, 2003, shows numerous streams of desert dust coming from land out over the Arabian Sea. Originating from the Arabian Peninsula (middle left) as well as Iran and Pakistan (top center and top right, respectively) the dust obscures the surface over much of the region. Notice the very thin line of clouds, much whiter and brighter than the dust, running southeastward over the Gulf of Oman and demarcating the edge of the front. Another similar cloud pattern can be seen south of Oman.
A vertical discontinuity runs from top to bottom through the center of this scene. The scene appears a bit different to each satellite not only because the clouds and dust plumes are moving, but also because the relative angle of the sun is changing. In the right-hand image you can discern more dark green structure in the Indian Ocean, indicating the presence of phytoplankton. The intense biological activity going on there is quite likely being enhanced by the influx of iron-rich desert dust settling into the waters there over recent days

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This print captures the vast expanse of dust storms sweeping across Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the Arabian Sea. A digital composite of multiple images reveals the immense scale and intensity of these natural phenomena. The dust storms manifest as a delicate light tan or gray haze, contrasting with the sharper browns and tans of the arid landscape below. Taken on March 2,2003, this combination Terra/Aqua Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) image showcases numerous streams of desert dust originating from various regions. Dust plumes emanate from Iran, Pakistan, and even the Arabian Peninsula itself before obscuring much of the surface over this expansive region. Notably visible in this scene is a thin line of clouds running southeastward over the Gulf of Oman. These clouds appear distinctively white and brighter than the surrounding dust haze. Another similar cloud pattern can be observed south of Oman. A vertical discontinuity divides this scene into two halves vertically. Each satellite captured a slightly different perspective due to both moving clouds and dust plumes as well as changing angles relative to sunlight. In particular, in the right-hand image, one can discern dark green structures indicating phytoplankton presence in the Indian Ocean. This intense biological activity is likely being enhanced by recent days' influxes of iron-rich desert dust settling into these waters. This stunning print by Stocktrek Images offers an awe-inspiring glimpse into nature's power and interconnectedness across vast landscapes and oceans alike.

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