Originally posted by Jean Beetham Smith
Snow question for other Snow commuters. Starting this time of year, when it is cool enough that the bugs are gone, the leaves are gone, and pollen is surely gone, on my ride home at night I often see a lot of stuff in the air in my headlights. It sure looks like snow, but the weatherpeople never mention flurries. I don't see any wet spots on the pavement, but it is very light and might not be enough to notice any moisture. Anyone know what it is?
I have seen this phenominon too. Come to find out, it was dust and paper particles from a local paper mill. They sometimes blow out their stacks at night when there are less people around to notice/complain. Yup, believe it or not, it does happen in these modern times!