Space-borne sensors extend the record of global lightning detection.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Remote Sensing
The map shows average yearly counts of lightning flashes per square kilometer, based on data collected by NASA satellites between 1995 and 2002.
Image of the Day Atmosphere
Bolts light up Earth’s atmosphere 4 million times a day. Scientists hope to observe a few.
The connection between people and lightning is visible along two of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Water Human Presence Remote Sensing
A sensor installed on the International Space Station is yielding fresh insights on the global distribution of lightning.
Scientists reveal details of a rare type of lightning that stretches into space.
Wildfires in northern Canada and Alaska have been increasing in frequency and area burned. One possible cause is more lightning.
Image of the Day Heat Life
The top of the large thunderstorm, roughly 20 km across, is illuminated by a full moon and frequent bursts of lightning.
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