AIR QUALITY UPDATE FOR THE VIRGIN ISLANDS May 24th, 2025 Issued: 2:15pm Saharan Dust Coming! 🚨 A significant plume of Saharan dust is forecasted to reach our area late Sunday and is expected to linger through the end of the week. 🌫️ You can expect: Hazy skies Reduced air quality Warmer and drier conditions If you have respiratory issues, take precautions! 🛡️ Top 5 Safety Tips: Limit outdoor activities, especially if you have asthma or allergies. Keep windows and doors closed. Use air purifiers indoors if possible. Wear a mask when outdoors. Stay hydrated and monitor air quality updates. We will keep you informed, stay safe and look after each other! #bviweather #airqualityupdate @followers Disclaimer: The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) is not a Meteorological Office. Information shared by the Department is gathered from several professional sources contracted by the Department. This information should be used as a guide for anyone interested in local weather conditions. By no means can DDM or the Government of the Virgin Islands be held accountable by anyone who uses this information for legal evidence or in justification of any decision that may result in the loss of finances, property, or life.