Thursday, February 18, 2016

The Falls at Almonte

Overall, we have had a uniquely warm winter, but with the windchill factor the "feels like" temperature did go down to almost -45C (which is also just about -45F) the other day. That is the coldest windchill temperature for that day since such records began to be kept in 1953.

On the previous day, Sue needed some craft supplies from the town of Almonte (silent e at the end), about 10 minutes north of us. While she went into the store, I crossed over to the falls to snap some quick pics, Even though it wasn't quite as cold (as -45) on that day, the wind was strong and I just about perished (he said without a  hint of exaggeration).

So the pics are hurried, but I thought you might like to see them anyway. Keep in mind that the winter has been relatively mild, and I have seen much more of an ice buildup in other years.

The fall from water exiting the old hydro station

The subsequent photos are from about the same spot as the one above but with the camera zooming and focusing on different spots. It probably would have been good to have had my longer lens on this day.






11 comments:

Marie Smith said...

Beautiful in its icy wonder. Burrr. Stay warm.

Blogoratti said...

Great and vivid shots. Greetings!

Haddock said...

Wow... -45 deg !!

Are those folded umbrellas in those three balconies? Was curious as to know what it is.....

Country Gal said...

A lot colder then down here . Lovely photos all looks very pretty ! Thanks for sharing , Have a good day !

KGMom said...

I love the photos of all these fascinating places you visit.

TexWisGirl said...

wow, those are neat! the frost on the railings adds a lot!

ADRIAN said...

These are great. I enjoy looking at frozen water.

EG CameraGirl said...

The ice is gorgeous. One of the pleasures of winter for me is taking photos of ice. ;)

Ginnie said...

BRRRRRRRR...I'm chilled just looking at the pictures. Very dramatic.

Vicki Lane said...

Oh, my -- those falls are amazing! (Will I be able to get used to such cold if Trump is elected and I seek refugee status in Canada?)

Mage said...

Very dramatic stuff. I do like these a lot.