Sheep struggle in icy conditions.
Sheep struggle in icy conditions.

West Virginia has seen some pretty nasty weather over the past few weeks, leaving several areas struggling with some seriously icy conditions. One West Virginia farmer and digital creator shared footage of his sheep struggling on the ice, with several members of the flock sliding uncontrollably down a hill before slamming into the fencing below.

Fortunately, according to a later post from Joseph Riley, the sheep were all quite alright after their icy adventure. Let this be a reminder that the wild winter weather can impact animals near as much as it impacts humans.

Nolan Deck is a writer for Unofficial Networks, covering skiing and outdoor adventure. After growing up and skiing in Maine, he moved to the Denver area for college where he continues to live and work...