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Severe South West Asian dust anomaly of June 2008: Data analysis and GEOS-Chem Simulation

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Abstract

In June 2008, abnormally high dust emissions were observed over Southwest Asia drastically reducing visibility while increasing AODs. Using multiple observations and the GEOS-Chem model we showed tropical storms and drought caused the anomaly.

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