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The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes
and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and
archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


 Surprise on the Tyrrhenian Sea

   May 18, 2021

    20210318 7R304070 web

   Photographer:  Alessia Scarso
   Summary Author:  Alessia Scarso

   The photo above is a single shot showing a portion of a  double
   rainbow and  rainbow wheel over the  Tyrrhenian Sea, as observed
   from the hill of the  Sanctuary of Tindari (Sicily, Italy). After
   many days of seemingly continuous rain, and then finally a few rays of
   sunshine, it was an unexpected treat to be able to enjoy this spectacle
   while driving the hairpin bends of the hill of the Sanctuary. Photo
   taken on March 18, 2021.
   Photo Details: SONY ILCE-7RM3 camera; 1/800s exposure time; ƒ/4
   aperture; ISO 250; 35mm focal length.


   Tindari, Messina, Italy Coordinates: 38.141633235150046,
   15.04585612621864


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