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Old 06-29-2012, 12:01 AM   #1
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Default Lightning in slow motion
Lightning in slow motion .




Upwards lightning .




Induced upward leader meets downward strike .

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Old 06-29-2012, 08:39 AM   #2
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Facinating.
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Cool stuff. I like number 3.

The stuff going down triggers a response from the fields below so that explains number #2. The radio towers are magnifying that.
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The fact that it is searching around looking for a partner seems almost boilogical.
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Lots of lightning here lately. 100% humidity.
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