Noon Monday April 13, 2015, the town of Soligorsk in Belarus plunged into total darkness for about 5 minutes, the moment of crossing a huge sandstorm. Motorists had to activate strong spotlights because of this impressive phenomenon.

The circulation became difficult and the world trying to find shelter in houses or shops, to avoid inhaling those noxious dust. The phenomenon is due to the drought that here a few weeks ago and has accumulated dust from the ground. Ukraine was also affected by this spectacular “Black Storm”.