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Massive spinning ice disc in river in Maine - Kyng - 01-16-2019

 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-46891412  



A rare natural phenomenon taking shape in the US state of Maine is mesmerising people around the world.

A giant slow-turning ice disc, measuring approximately 91m (298ft) wide, has formed in the Presumpscot River in the city of Westbrook.

The captivating natural oddity has drawn comparison to an alien spacecraft, a carousel and the Moon.

Researchers believe ice discs spin because of temperature changes in the water, creating a vortex underneath.

The movement chips away the edges, creating its circular shape.

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Wow, I've never seen anything like that before - and certainly not this big !

Kinda cute that animals are using it as a raft - although, I hope they're not planning on making this thing their permanent home .

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RE: Massive spinning ice disc in river in Maine - Detective Osprey - 01-17-2019

O___O I've never seen anything like that, that's beautiful!!

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RE: Massive spinning ice disc in river in Maine - Pyrite - 01-17-2019

I've seen these before, in a documentary about interesting phenomena. Still boggles my mind every time I am reminded of them, though!

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RE: Massive spinning ice disc in river in Maine - GrieferLord - 01-17-2019

natural wonders are always great to see.

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