Spring Snow Falls in Central Pennsylvania

ALTOONA, BLAIR COUNTY - It did not feel much like spring on this Tuesday in Central Pennsylvania.  While it is not  that unusual  to see snow flakes  in mid-May,  in parts of the  region ,it looked  like winter was making  an unexpected  come-back.
   Weather experts say snow flakes are not that out of the ordinary in mid-May  in this part of Pennsylvania.   Every couple of years, you get a chilly day at that time of year complete with snow flurries.

       What was different  on this Tuesday was how much snow you could find  not traveling that far away from Altoona   In  central Blair County.  there were some snow flakes mixing with the heavy rain early in the afternoon.   That was enough to make conditions difficult for people who depend partially on spring planting to make a living.  

      Heading just slightly up into  the mountains from Altoona,  conditions suddenly seemed  more appropriate  for  winter than spring time.   In the Gallitzin area, not only was the snow coming down, but it was sticking to the ground and accumulating.  There were plenty of people  tossing their hands in the air over  conditions in that community.   Others reported they were accustomed to  what they call  onion snows  and always delay  their spring planting.  Lots of local gardeners say this weather is not that unusual for the mountains.  Those who didn't wait to plant  now have their own concerns.    The May snow did go a long way toward limiting business opportunities for some outdoor sales people.  Plenty of people who wanted to be outside instead spent the day huddling indoors  waiting for conditions to improve.