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Sun pillar - most cases require ice crystals falling from cloudFalling ice crystals termed virga

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Description

Sun pillar - most cases require ice crystals falling from cloudFalling ice crystals termed virga

Photographer

Grant W. Goodge

Location

North Carolina, view SSW from Asheville,

Collection

Weather Service

Weather Wonders

Sun Dogs, Sun Pillars, Rays & Bands