In a remarkable meteorological record, a lightning flash stretched an incredible 515 miles (828 km) across the southern...

In a remarkable meteorological record, a lightning flash stretched an incredible 515 miles (828 km) across the southern U.S., from Texas to Mississippi. Verified by the World Meteorological Organization, it beat the previous record of 440 miles. The event, lasting over 16 seconds, demonstrates the immense power and scale of atmospheric phenomena. These “megaflashes” typically occur in large thunderstorm complexes, where conditions allow electrical charges to connect over vast distances. While beautiful from afar, such events remind us of nature’s raw force and the importance of respecting severe weather warnings. #WeatherPhenomena #LightningRecords #NaturePower #UnboxFactory

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In a remarkable meteorological record, a lightning flash stretched an incredible 515 miles (828 km) across the southern U.S., from Texas to Mississippi. Verified by the World Meteorological Organization, it beat the previous record of 440 miles.
The event, lasting over 16 seconds, demonstrates the immense power and scale of atmospheric phenomena. These “megaflashes” typically occur in large thunderstorm complexes, where conditions allow electrical charges to connect over vast distances.
While beautiful from afar, such events remind us of nature’s raw force and the importance of respecting severe weather warnings.
#WeatherPhenomena #LightningRecords #NaturePower #UnboxFactory

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