Unprecedented Dust Storm Engulfs Chicago

Chicago Dust Storm Causes Near-Zero Visibility Chicago experienced an unprecedented dust storm on May 16, 2025, causing visibility to drop to near zero across parts of the city. The event, marked by strong winds exceeding 50 mph, prompted the city to issue its first-ever dust storm warning. Video footage circulating online shows a hazy, almost apocalyptic scene, with buildings barely visible through the thick dust. One resident, commenting on the video, said, "This is so weird." The storm highlighted the unexpected nature of such extreme weather events, even in a city like Chicago. Meteorologists are analyzing the event to understand the factors that contributed to the unusual conditions.