The difference in air density bends horizon light downward, causing visual distortions and/or making objects located below the horizon visible. Frames and channels have a lifetime warranty. The Chicagoist will be launching later but in the meantime please enjoy our archives. The purpose of having this on the weather time of the news was to insinuate that the earth is a globe. I wish I knew that at the time -- we really had no idea how lucky we were. Summary Author: Sam Cornwell Featured above is a breathtaking mirage of the skyline of Chicago, Illinois. Biblical Truth About Satan, Lucifer, Devils and Hell. Excellent!!!! monitors or up to four 10 lb. Photographer: Sam Cornwell Summary Author: Sam Cornwell. You may remember that sometime back there was a weather reporter that showed a picture taken of the Chicago skyline and he said it was a mirage – which was a lie! ( Log Out /  I have camped at Van Buren Dunes before (twice) and never seen it despite clear skies. A well-understood phenomenon that results from refraction of light through the atmosphere. In May 2012, the orange lights of Milwaukee could be seen on the horizon from Grand Haven, 80 miles away across Lake Michigan. monitors on their 10' curved Mirage frame. google_ad_slot = "7812802037"; Table top and panels attach quickly and easily with magnets. At the time, we simply didn't realize we were witnessing such a fascinating atmospheric phenomenon. Chicago skyline mirage spotted in Michigan. A well-understood phenomenon that results from refraction of light through the atmosphere. We walked up a huge sand dune, known as Mount Baldy (126 ft or 38 m tall), to be greeted by a spectacular image of Chicago hovering above Lake Michigan. Visit our Rental Catalog to see just some designs we have for rent. monitors or up to four 10 lb. Mirage display frame and channels have a lifetime warranty. Great look and convenience! Mirage is designed to accommodate graphics on both front and back for island applications. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Mirage pop-up displays give you a classic curved look and big, uninterrupted graphics. google_ad_height = 200; Instead of getting our cameras out, we decided to find a place to stay for the evening and return at sunset. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Bubble Panel gives Mirage a new look and can be backlit for more attention. http://www.heraldpalladium.com/localnews/can-you-see-chicago-from-here/article_085a7c3e-761c-5956-b503-8f13b1a0ac2d.html, The #Chicago #Skyline 'Mirage' Proves #Flat Earth - Debunk if you can. ( Log Out /  The scientific name for the phenomenon is superior mirage. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Luckily, upon our return, the skyscrapers of Chicago were still visible. It's a mirage. 2 years ago. A picture of the Chicago skyline taken almost 60 miles away, is actually a mirage. Follow me at http://Twitter.com/flatearth101. From portable displays to massive custom modular island exhibits, see photos and concepts of exhibits that Skyline designed for a wide variety of exhibiting objectives. If impacted, they bounce back without damage -- unlike any other pop-up. You may remember that sometime back there was a weather reporter that showed a picture taken of the Chicago skyline and he said it was a mirage – which was a lie!