The colour of the sky in some parts of Western Australia, particularly over Shark Bay and Denham, turned red due to severe dust storms that passed through this region. The strong winds, which were caused by an approaching weather system, carried large amounts of iron-rich soil into the atmosphere, resulting in thick layers of dust in this region. This caused a drastic change in the colour of the sky because of the dust and other particles in the atmosphere, resulting in a red hue in this region. The presence of this dust in the atmosphere also reduced visibility in this region, making it difficult for people living in this region.
The thick haze in this atmosphere also caused the filtering of sunlight through this atmosphere, resulting in a ghostly appearance. Residents reported disrupted travel conditions and minor health concerns, as fine particles lingered in the air and affected breathing comfort.
