Snow blindness

Snow blindness occurs when the sun's rays reflect off of the snow and then shines into your eye. Pain comes about twelve hours after. It can result in permanent loss of vision.

Some of the symptoms are:

• Blurry Vision
• Sees everything colored red

How to prevent snow blindness:

• Wear protective goggles
• Certain kinds of contact lenses

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