🇦🇺 Sandstorm Hits the Tanami Desert (Australia, December 1, 2025) 🌪 On 1 December 2025, a powerful sandstorm swept across the Tanami Desert in Australia. Strong gusts lifted massive amounts of sand and dust into the air, drastically reducing visibility and complicating travel on desert roads. Local authorities have warned travelers about unsafe conditions, advising them to avoid travel and seek shelter in protected areas. The storm may recur due to ongoing dry and windy weather in the region.