Tag: Weather phenomenon
‘NASA Images Show Gravity Waves from Hurricane Helene Rippling Through Sky’
NASA recently released images showing gravity waves emitted by Hurricane Helene rippling through the sky. These waves were observed 55 miles above Earth's surface, spreading far north of Florida as the storm made landfall....
Understanding DANA: Deadly Flooding in Spain Explained
Heavy rains caused devastating floods in Valencia, Spain this week, leading to the deaths of over 155 people and leaving many others missing. The catastrophic flash flooding was triggered by a weather phenomenon known...
Bizarre ‘Pet Cloud’ Seen Above New Zealand: Earth from Space View
A strange phenomenon known as the "Taieri Pet" cloud has been spotted in a recent satellite photo of New Zealand. This unique cloud formation is an altocumulus standing lenticular cloud (ASLC) that forms when...
Uncovering the Connection Between Thunderstorm Gamma-Ray Flashes and Lightning Bolts
Observations from a retrofitted spy plane hint at a connection between powerful gamma-ray flashes and a thunderstorm’s lightning. Lightning never strikes the same place twice, but in the case of an enormous tropical lightning...
Rare Photos: Lightning Strikes Illuminate Eye of Tropical Cyclone from Space
Rare Photos: Lightning Strikes Illuminate Eye of Tropical Cyclone from SpaceDirect images of lightning strikes from space are a rare occurrence due to the usual cloud cover obscuring the view. However, on Jan. 12,...