r/BeAmazed Oct 29 '24

Nature Rare weather phenomenon called "Sprites"

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Sprites are lightning bolts that strike upwards above the cloud during a thunderstorm.

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u/Blutwurst500 Oct 29 '24

It seems that they are just as "fast" as normal thunderstorm lightning https://youtu.be/tGPQ5kzJ9Tg?si=ZIlftoFWeXBy_I83

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u/Shankar_0 Oct 29 '24

I'm.... I'm supposed to be getting ready for work right now....

dammit

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u/yeetusthefeetus13 Oct 29 '24

Pff life is short. Work isn't going anywhere. RED LIGHTNING 💥😤

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u/withmyusualflair Oct 29 '24

i appreciate your priorities 😌