Rare ‘ice halo’ seen in the sky over New Mexico as arctic blast continues to sweep across the US… and the chill is expected to last until at least next Thursday

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Rare ‘ice halo’ seen in the sky over New Mexico as arctic blast continues to sweep across the US… and the chill is expected to last until at least next Thursday

Optical phenomenon was seen above the town of Red River prompting Joshua Thomas to take a photo
Rings and arcs in the sky are formed by light interacting with ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere
It comes as weather forecasters predict the cold snap will continue into next week and could reach southern Texas
Photographer Joshua Nowicki trekked along the icy shore of Lake Michigan on Thursday armed with a camera
He captured stunning array of photos of St Joseph Lighthouse and pier, both of which were completely frozen
Record-breaking cold has already killed at least 22 people, with major pile-ups in Michigan and Pennsylvania
Severe wind gusts of up to 40mph could make temperatures across New York state feel as low as minus 30F
By SOPHIE JANE EVANS and WILLS ROBINSON FOR DAILYMAIL.COM

Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk

A rare ‘ice halo’ was seen above New Mexico has as the arctic blast continued to make its way across the country, causing temperatures to plummet below freezing in dozens of cities.
The optical phenomenon was captured by Texan photographer Joshua Thomas above the town of Red River – which has experienced sub-zero temperatures throughout the last few days.
The variety of rings and arcs in the sky are formed by light interacting with ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere during the cold weather.
It comes as weather forecasters predict the cold snap will continue into next week and could even reach parts of southern Texas.
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Stunning: This ice halo was captured above Red River in New Mexico has temperatures plummeted across the country

Stunning: This ice halo was captured above Red River in New Mexico has temperatures plummeted across the country
Appearance: It is an extremely rare optical phenomenon produced by light interacting with ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere, resulting in a wide variety of colored or white rings, arcs and spots in the sky

Appearance: It is an extremely rare optical phenomenon produced by light interacting with ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere, resulting in a wide variety of colored or white rings, arcs and spots in the sky
According to the Weather Channel, cities from New England to the Ohio Valley are being warned to brace for snow and sleet as the mercury continues to drop.
The wintry conditions will continue for the rest of the weekend and could last until Thursday, according to experts.
With sub-zero temperatures, severe wind chills and snowfall, millions across the eastern US have been desperately trying to stay warm this week.
On Saturday one photographer chose to brave the frigid weather for hours on end – to capture these stunning photos of St Joseph Lighthouse in Michigan.
Donning sturdy boots and warm clothing, Joshua Nowicki trekked along the icy shore of Lake Michigan on Thursday morning, armed with a camera.
He then captured a breathtaking array of photos of the frozen 30ft lighthouse and its pier, both of which were completely blanketed in white icicles.
He later uploaded the images to his Facebook page, alongside pictures of circular formations of ice – what he dubbed ‘ice pancakes’ – on the shore.
‘Ice-covered lighthouse and ‘ice pancakes’ in St Joseph, Michigan,’ wrote Mr Nowicki of his photographs, which were taken during a blizzard.
Stunning: This photo, captured by Joshua Nowicki, shows St Joseph Lighthouse and its pier, in Michigan, both of which are completely blanketed in white icicles. It also features a number of circular formations of ice – which Mr Nowicki dubs ‘ice pancakes’ – on the shore

Stunning: This photo, captured by Joshua Nowicki, shows St Joseph Lighthouse and its pier, in Michigan, both of which are completely blanketed in white icicles. It also features a number of circular formations of ice – which Mr Nowicki dubs ‘ice pancakes’ – on the shore….More here

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Rare ‘ice halo’ seen in the sky over New Mexico as arctic blast continues to sweep across the US… and the chill is expected to last until at least next Thursday