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School: Rosses's Point (roll number 12133)

Location:
Rosses Point, Co. Sligo
Teacher:
Seosamh Ó Raighne
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0158, Page 152

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    9. Seafoam at the brink of tide is regarded locally as a sure sign of rain.
    10. When there is a large circle round the moon is a sign of rain.
    11. When the new moon is resting in the arms of the old moon it is a sign of storm.
    12. When a star is in front of the moon it is the sign of a storm.
    13. If there are long streaky clouds in a blue sky it is a sign of a storm. These clouds are called mare's tails.
    14. The mist on Knock na Ré when driving inland is the sign of a storm, but when going towards the Atlantic it is a good sign.
    15. When sea-gulls are flying
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