School: Edmonton (roll number 8100)
- Location:
- Edmondstown, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: Mrs O' Brien
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0728, Page 017
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- Signs of Rain:-
When a cat is noticed sitting with her back to the fire it is remarked that it is a sure sign of rain.When sheep are seen to collect together eating the grass in the morning it is remarked that the day will not be fine.When swallows are seen flying high it is said to be a sign that the weather is going to be fine. When these birds fly low it is said to be a sign of rain.Signs of Storms:
When crows are noticed flying high it is a sign of a storm.
