You Won't Believe These Astounding Nature Photos Are Real

Hard Rime

This brave man scaled a cell phone tower to do maintenance after an ice storm. When condensed water droplets freeze on surfaces, it is known as hard rime. Hard rime forms in the direction of the wind. It can often be found on planes, trees, towers, and other tall structures that are exposed to the elements.

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The More You Know

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