People out early on the roads this morning might have spotted an interesting phenomenon over Swift Current.
Pillars of light were floating over most of the city, suspended in the air over light sources. These silent and beautiful sights are the result of ice crystals in the air, reflecting the light sources.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada Meteorologist Shannon Moodie, the pillars are not too uncommon.
"I want to say it's common, but maybe not that common," she said. "Essentially it's just when the conditions are right."
These pillars are a recent trick of the weather. Before modern lights, candles, torches, lamps, and other fire-based light sources didn't shine brightly enough to cause the effect, or at least rarely did so.
The ice crystals that form these reflective conditions are unique compared to snow or foggy bodies. The next time you see the air glittering, you may be able to spot the pillars of light later in the night.