Quantitative attribution of PM2.5 and NO2 pollution in a coal-based city of Fenwei Plain, China, using a Generalized Additive Model
Quantitative attribution of PM2.5 and NO2 pollution in a coal-based city of Fenwei Plain, China, using a Generalized Additive Model Abstract Taiyuan, as a typical resource based city in China, is undergoing an energy transition from heavy industry to clean development. Assessing the air quality benefits resulting from its transformation policies could offer valuable insights […]
Dynamics of Dust Events in Riyadh Analyzing the Impact of Precipitation from 2017 to 2018 and 2022 to 2023
Dynamics of Dust Events in Riyadh Analyzing the Impact of Precipitation from 2017 to 2018 and 2022 to 2023 Abstract This study investigates the relationship between precipitation and dust events occurrences in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, during two distinct periods from 2017 to 2018 and 2022 to 2023. The primary objective is to analyze how variations […]
TURAAB: A 34-Year Dust and Atmospheric Regional Reanalysis for the Middle East, North Africa and Mediterranean—First Insights
TURAAB: A 34-Year Dust and Atmospheric Regional Reanalysis for the Middle East, North Africa and Mediterranean—First Insights Abstract The Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region exhibits distinctive climate behavior, shaped by complex topography and large-scale circulation, while warming and aridification intensify extremes. Desert dust, present year-round at high concentrations, perturbs the radiative budget, […]
Understanding the elevated PM2.5 pollution in the Middle East during May 2022: Insights from numerical simulations
Understanding the elevated PM2.5 pollution in the Middle East during May 2022: Insights from numerical simulations Abstract During May 2022, the Middle East region (MER) experienced four prolonged and severe atmospheric pollution episodes (APEs), resulting in severe fine particulate matter (PM2.5) pollution in the region. In this study, the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) model was […]
Drought Variabilities in Saudi Arabia: Unveiling Spatiotemporal Trends through Observations and Projections
Drought Variabilities in Saudi Arabia: Unveiling Spatiotemporal Trends through Observations and Projections Abstract In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), meteorological drought leads to significant water scarcity and triggers profound social, economic, and environmental challenges. The main aim of this paper is to quantify spatiotemporal variability in drought using precipitation data from 28 meteorological stations […]
A Study of Spatial and Temporal Variations of Climatic Variables during Sand and Dust Storm Events in Riyadh Using in-Situ Observations
A Study of Spatial and Temporal Variations of Climatic Variables during Sand and Dust Storm Events in Riyadh Using in-Situ Observations Abstract This study examines the increasing incidence of dust events in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the significance of understanding climatic factors such as temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and atmospheric pressure. The objective is to […]
Short-Term Health Effects of Fine Particulates from Dust Events in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: A Simulation-Based Analysis
Short-Term Health Effects of Fine Particulates from Dust Events in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia: A Simulation-Based Analysis Abstract In the Eastern region of Saudi Arabia, dust events are common and pose serious threats to respiratory health. This study evaluated the short-term impacts on respiratory morbidity in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, of fine particles (PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀) during […]
Elucidating the Spatial Patterns and Influencing Mechanisms of Traditional Villages in Shanxi Province, China: Insights from a River Basin Perspective
Elucidating the Spatial Patterns and Influencing Mechanisms of Traditional Villages in Shanxi Province, China: Insights from a River Basin Perspective Abstract Shanxi Province hosts a rich diversity of traditional villages. From a river basin perspective, adherence to natural laws and the removal of administrative barriers are essential for reshaping the conservation paradigm. Using spatial analysis […]
High-resolution CMIP6 analysis highlights emerging climate challenges in alpine and Tibetan Tundra zones
High-resolution CMIP6 analysis highlights emerging climate challenges in alpine and Tibetan Tundra zones Abstract We employ a high-resolution Köppen climate classification dataset to examine shifts in Tundra zones within the Alps and Asia. Our analysis shows substantial reductions in Tundra areas by the mid-21st century under different Shared. Socioeconomic pathways (SSP1-2.6, SSP3-7.0, SSP5-8.5). Tundra zones […]
Drought Variabilities in Saudi Arabia: Unveiling Spatiotemporal Trends through Observations and Projections
Abstract In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), meteorological drought leads to significant water scarcity and triggers profound social, economic, and environmental challenges. The main aim of this paper is to quantify spatiotemporal variability in drought using precipitation data from 28 meteorological stations (1985–2023) and produce future projections. Drought is expressed in terms of the […]