As Chennai battles heavy rainfall, a mesmerizing video of golden lightning illuminating the sky in purple hues has captured the internet’s attention. The striking visual has sparked awe and curiosity, prompting discussions on the location and the device used to capture this breathtaking natural phenomenon. Meanwhile, schools remain closed and the airport has issued an advisory for passengers due to ongoing heavy rainfall in the Tamil Nadu capital.
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) captured breathtaking images of Tropical Cyclone Bansi’s eye being illuminated by lightning strikes. The photos, taken on January 12, 2015, showcase the storm’s powerful energy and the beauty of natural phenomena from space.
NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick has captured a stunning image of a lightning strike over India from the International Space Station. The photograph, taken during a season of thunderstorms and monsoon showers, showcases the power of nature and the beauty of Earth from a unique perspective. Dominick shared details about the technical aspects of the image, explaining how he captured the lightning strike using burst mode and his camera settings.
Lightning strikes have killed at least 60 people in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Jharkhand this week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast more thunderstorms with lightning across northern and central India. The deaths come as heavy rains continue to lash the region.
Uttar Pradesh has been experiencing heavy rainfall, resulting in 13 rain-related deaths in the past 24 hours. Lightning strikes, drowning, and other incidents caused the fatalities across multiple districts. The state has also seen widespread rainfall, with 45 districts recording excess rainfall in the last 24 hours.
A stunning composite image captured by NASA showcases four gigantic jets, a rare type of lightning, erupting from a thunderstorm over the Himalayas. These jets, which reach incredible heights, play a vital role in balancing the electrical charge within the Earth’s atmosphere.
Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport faced significant disruptions on May 12 due to heavy rainfall and lightning, leading to the diversion of nine flights. International flights from Bangkok, Paris, and Amsterdam were among those affected. Domestic flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Goa, and Guwahati were also diverted. Operations resumed post-midnight as weather conditions improved. Traffic police reported waterlogging in parts of the city, including Bilekahalli and Roopena Agrahara.
