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School: Stamullen (roll number 3181)

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Stamullen, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Áine, Bean Uí Ghamhna
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0685, Page 373

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  1. Weather Signs (continued)

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    and makes a lot of noise it fortells a storm.
    When swallows fly low and close to the ground rain is at hand.
    When seagulls fly inland a storm is coming.
    When the cat sits with her back to the fire it is a sign of hardship.
    If the sky is red at night the next day will be fine.
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