A powerful dust storm, known as a haboob, swept through Burning Man in Nevada's Black Rock Desert, causing the gates to close due to rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. Festivalgoers were advised to secure their camps and avoid driving, as conditions made the playa too wet, with some delays expected of over eight hours for those trying to reach the event. Meanwhile, a massive dust storm also hit Phoenix, Arizona, on Monday, originating from a thunderstorm with outflow winds that lifted dust and debris, significantly reducing visibility and causing power outages, flight delays, and damage. The haboob, a term derived from Arabic meaning 'to blow,' results from downdrafts of thunderstorms over dry regions, especially during severe droughts. These storms are common in arid and semi-arid areas including the southwestern United States, the Sahara, and Middle Eastern deserts. The National Weather Service warns drivers to pull over and turn off lights during such storms to prevent accidents. The storm in Phoenix was accompanied by heavy rain exceeding 2 inches and wind speeds up to 66 mph. Additionally, other regional weather events include wildfires threatening Napa wineries and California vineyards, record heat waves in the West, and the relocation of a historic church in Sweden due to mining expansion. Nevada experienced a network security incident leading to state office closures, and local incidents such as a road rage arrest in Fernley added to the day's news.