This alert updates the previously published alerts below:

CAP Alert · Actual

Dust Condition Continues Over Freetown (05/03/2026)

Expired: Dust storm/Sandstorm
Minor severity
Urgency Immediate
Severity Minor
Certainty Observed
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 05 Mar 2026 16:09
  • Effective 05 Mar 2026 16:06
  • Expires 06 Mar 2026 16:06
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Dust Condition Continues Over Freetown (05/03/2026)

Area

Western Area Urban and Western Area Rural

Event description

Light Dust continues to be present in the atmosphere causing slight reduction in visibility. Airborne dust levels are generally low and unlikely to significantly affect daily activities. The event is localized and poses minimal health or transport hazards.

Instructions

Sensitive individuals (with respiratory issues) may consider limiting outdoor activities or use face masks when they are outdoors. As visibility will be slightly reduced drivers and marine transporters are advised to drive and navigate with caution.