The transport of Saharan dust to southern Europe: A scenario

Abstract

This paper discusses the emission, transport and deposition of Saharan dust in relation to southern Europe. Data obtained from dust traps and data on dust events are presented. With the help of a scenario, the stepwise movement of dust from central Sahara, via the peridesert areas of northern Africa, to southern Europe is discussed. The stages of emission, transport and deposition are related to variations in the climatic regimes. © 1996 Academic Press Limited.