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- On April 1, 2026, a Saharan dust cloud swept Crete, drastically reducing visibility and causing major disruptions at Heraklion's main airport.
- The dust turned the sky orange and prompted health warnings for vulnerable groups due to elevated particles.
- Storm Erminio brought rainfall and winds, including a tornado that overturned a truck in Pachia Ammos.
- Authorities expect the dust to clear soon, but disruptions may linger into Easter travel period.
