In a rare weather phenomenon, an extra two inches of snow that fell in parts of Nebraska was actually man-made!
According to Brian Barjenbruch from the National Weather Service, two factories were pumping so much steam and moisture into the air it created snow!
Wind carried the extra snow, creating a “snow band” that stretched in a pretty perfect straight line from north to south!
So there you have it, kids, next time you want a snow day forget flushing ice cubes or the backwards pajamas, just pump all the steam you can into the air!
Source: KLKN-TV (ABC 8)
News, Weather and Sports for Lincoln, NE; KLKNTV.com
It’s been confirmed that this snow band is originating from 2 plants in Norfolk. The steam produced there is essentially acting to add moisture and warmth to the clouds creating the snow. Had reports of large flake and up to 1in. If you live in that area how much have you seen? pic.twitter.com/mSiVcj6uH2
— NWS Omaha (@NWSOmaha) December 3, 2018
