Subj : ES Picture of the Day 01  2023
To   : All
From : Dan Richter
Date : Wed Mar 01 2023 11:00:52

 EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Sun Pillar Observed at Sunrise and Sunset from Sugarcreek, Ohio

   March 01, 2023

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   Photographer:  Dr. Bill Schultz
   Summary Authors:  Dr. Bill Schultz;  Jim Foster

   Luck was with me throughout the daylight hours of December 20, 2022.
   From my home in Sugarcreek, Ohio, not only was I fortunate enough to
   observe a  sun pillar accompany the rising Sun (top photo), but I
   saw another pillar as the Sun was setting (bottom photo).

   A sun pillar is a  reflection phenomenon that results when
    atmospheric ice crystals are in the vicinity of the Sun as it’s
   rising or setting. But to be able to be viewed as a shaft of light that
   piques one’s interest, these  crystals have to be tipped ever so
   slightly in our direction so that sunlight reflects off of them and
   toward our eyes. It’s up to us to, well, just look up.

   Sugarcreek, Ohio Coordinates: 40.5031, - 81.6410


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