The 2008 Burning Man festival, in Black Rock Desert, Nevada, was highlighted by a sandstorm. The festival, which celebrates art and self-expression has been held each year around Labor Day weekend since 1986.The Associated Press: Dust Storm Causes Some to Leave Burning Man...

The sandstorm, which caused a complete whiteout, began on August 25, 2008, shutting down one of the entrances. Winds settled during the week, but picked back up on Saturday, August 30, 2008. Several attendees left early, missing the ceremonial burning of the wooden man-shaped effigy. Although several were arrested on unrelated charges, no serious injuries or deaths were reported from the storm.The Associated Press: Dust Storm Causes Some to Leave Burning Man Early