A powerful "haboob" dust storm has caused a multi-vehicle pileup on a California highway, authorities said on Wednesday. A haboob, a dust storm carried by the wind of a weather front that typically occurs in flat areas, swept across a California highway near Chowchilla Monday afternoon.

Authorities say a powerful dust storm caused a vehicle pile-up on a central California highway, sending several people to hospitals with minor injuries.

A massive dust storm hit Central California on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, creating dangerous travel conditions for drivers and leaving thousands without power. The National Weather Service issued a dust advisory for Kern,

Videos from the dust storm show the strong winds making dirt and debris fly over downtown Visalia, covering cars and structures.