Synoptic Analysis of Severe Dust Storm on March 18—22,2002
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Abstract:
On March 18—22,2002,a severe dust storm raided North China. The stricken area and the duration of the event are the maximum in recent years. The climate characteristics and the synoptic situation of the event are diagnosed. Some physical diagnostics are analyzed,too. The results show that strong cold air and the Mongolia cyclone are the main causes for the generation and development of the event.