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Snowfall observations from natural-draft cooling tower plumes

Journal Article · · Science; (United States)
During the winter of 1975-1976, snowfall from the plumes of large natural-draft cooling towers of power plants has been observed. Snow accumulations up to 2.5 centimeters have been found on the ground at extended distances from the cooling towers, and visibility has been restricted to less than 1600 meters in the tower plume near ground level.
OSTI ID:
7260854
Journal Information:
Science; (United States), Journal Name: Science; (United States) Vol. 193:4259; ISSN SCIEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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