Spring Storms are good for Something

4/18/2018 (Permalink)

Spring storms in Arnold helped relieve allergies by washing away the pollen.

The recent spring rain storms that have passed through brought more colder air and rain than anyone wanted in April.  The long cold and dark winter has many people on edge and willing to do just about anything to get some sun.  I am with them, but I did find some comfort in the rain. Wait, what?

Yes, comfort. Comfort for my allergies.  Leading up to the weekend the dry windy air was spreading pollen all over the place.  The cars and patio furniture were coated in green pollen and my eyes were red and itchy. Then the rain came and there was some relief. 

The National Institute of Health recommends saving outside activities for late afternoon or after a heavy rain, when pollen counts are lower. This is a great tip, but I am still in the camp that wants the sun and real spring weather to head our way.