Low Sun: That’s not a recipe for Chinese noodles! We’ve enjoyed some beautiful, clear days but there were unexpected hazards. I had no choice two days ago when I came home from Mt Vernon at 3:30 p.m. on Highway 20. The sun was dead ahead, about a foot above the hood, and nearly blinding in heavy traffic. As a retired person with less time constraints, I usually plan my errands in Mt Vernon or Burlington for late morning when the sun is high, to allow myself to return home to Shelter Bay before the sun is low. It is a consideration for those precious clear winter days.
Clear Nights: Clear nights maximize heat radiation from ground to sky. Our early morning sun rises over a landscape which may or not be visibly frosted but probably has patches of black ice. Be alert to possible slippery spots, whether you are out for a morning walk, or driving. Hiking poles are invaluable for keeping you upright on treacherous ground.
Ted Taylor, Safety Committee