A sandstorm raged in a desert area of Mexico, toppling dozens of trees and power poles. About 160,000 residents were temporarily without power. Videos on social networks showed a huge cloud of sand obscuring the sky.
According to the Civil Protection Agency, the cities of Guaymas and Empalme on the Gulf of California were hit by the storm on Thursday. Strong winds, large amounts of sand carried, light and telephone masts knocked over. About 80 percent of the 200,000 inhabitants, or 160,000 people, were temporarily without power.
No injuries, minor property damage
No injuries were reported in the sandstorm. The governor of the state of Sonora, Alfonso Durazo, still called on the population on Friday evening (local time) to stay at home for their own safety (see tweet below). She must remain calm and follow the instructions of the authorities. Fortunately, only minor property damage has been reported so far. We are working hard to restore the power as soon as possible.
There is also a heat wave in the affected area in northwestern Mexico at the moment. The temperature has risen to 45 degrees Celsius in recent days. One organization is currently providing cold, wet towels and cool drinks to the homeless.
Source: Krone
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