Powder Snow

Arctic air has brought powder snow showers to the Mid-Atlantic region the past few nights.In a mountainous area,school opened late today because of hazardous roads caused by this light,slippery snow.It is highly favored by skiers,however.It has a unique,feathery beauty.Powder snow is relatively uncommon in the lower elevations of the Mid-Atlantic.Heavy,wet snow is the rule in most of the region.