Dry winds fueled dust storms that limited visibility to near zero on some roadways and raised the risk of fires breaking out in the region.

A dust storm swept through Texas on Tuesday (March 18), bringing high winds and significantly reduced visibility, according to local media reports.

Friday's strong winds and dust storm led to 42 crashes, three of which were fatal, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety on Monday.

A powerful storm is unleashing a blizzard across the central United States after its strong winds stirred up dangerous dust storms and wildfires that continue to spread in parts of the Plains.

A powerful storm is set to bring blizzards, wildfires, and dust storms across the U.S. with extreme winds, low visibility, and severe weather

Another significant winter storm is sweeping across the Midwest and central US with disruption likely. Millions of people along the storm's path from the West Coast to the Upper Midwest will experience significant weather impacts until Thursday.