China: Fierce Sandstorm Sweeps Through Melon Field in Changji, Xinjiang

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China: Fierce Sandstorm Sweeps Through Melon Field in Changji, Xinjiang

A fierce sandstorm hit Changji, Xinjiang, on August 16. This video captured the moment a man was standing in his Hami melon field when powerful winds swept through without warning. Within seconds, hordes of empty melon bags were hurled into the air, filling the sky and creating a chaotic scene as the man struggled to continue his broadcast.

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  • Xinjiang, Video Location: Changji, 2025, China Video Recording Date/Time: August 16

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