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Dust Storms and Wind Erosion Cause $154 Billion in Damages Annually, UTEP Study Shows

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Dust Storms and Wind Erosion Cause $154 Billion in Damages Annually, UTEP Study Shows
Date: February 11, 2025

A windy, dusty day can ruin your new car wash and leave you with grit in your mouth and dirt on your floors.

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