91年来,北伊利诺伊州第一次遭遇重大沙尘暴,引起对健康问题的关注。 Northern Illinois experiences first major dust storm in 91 years, raising health concerns.

2025 年 5 月 16 日，一场巨大的沙尘暴袭击了伊利诺伊州北部，这是 91 年来的第一次。 A massive dust storm, or haboob, hit Northern Illinois on May 16, 2025, for the first time in 91 years. 尘埃中含有铅、农用化学品和微粒,可能使哮喘和呼吸系统问题恶化。 The dust contained lead, farm chemicals, and particles that can worsen asthma and respiratory issues. 专家建议居民报名接受天气警报, 保持N95面罩方便, 避免轻度处理此类事件, 特别是有哮喘、儿童或肺病时。 Experts advise residents to sign up for weather alerts, keep N95 masks handy, and avoid treating such events lightly, especially if they have asthma, children, or lung conditions.