Incredible sandstorm engulfs everything in its path in Saudi Arabia (Photos)

An incredible sandstorm was witnessed in Saudi Arabia and was captured by citizens.It caused a lot of havoc with a number of flights being cancelled and schools forced to close 

The intense footage shows the sand sweeping its way across a street, engulfing everything in its path.

Car crashes were also reported in other areas as parts
of the Arabian Peninsula were plunged into darkness.

The footage, captured on camera by Mohammed Mohsen, shows the sandstorm sweeping into the area in which he stands at a staggering speed.It was more like an explosion.

See some screenshots below