Recently, a very rare and amazing natural phenomenon was seen on the banks of Lake Puma Yumko in Shannan city of Tibet. In the darkness of the night the sky suddenly lit up with bright red-orange light. Pictures and videos of this unique sight are becoming increasingly viral on social media and people are curious to know the reason behind it.
What are Red Ghost Sprites?
According to experts, these mysterious lights visible in the sky are called “Red Sprites”. These are a type of rare electrical phenomenon, which occur in the upper atmosphere above the clouds during powerful thunderstorms and lightning.
Red sprites usually form at an altitude of 50 to 90 kilometers above the Earth and are visible for a few milliseconds. Their color can be red, orange or pink, making them look like a scene from a science-fantasy movie.
Why is this incident special?
This scene of Puma seen above Yumko Lake is considered special because it is very difficult to capture red sprites on camera. These can be recorded only when there is clear weather, suitable place and right time.
Viral pictures showing giant red-orange pillar-like lights in the sky have attracted the attention of astronomy lovers and common people.
Shadow scene on social media
As soon as pictures and videos of this rare incident surfaced on the internet, people started linking it to some supernatural phenomenon or alien activity. However, scientists say that this is a completely natural atmospheric phenomenon.
What do scientists say?
According to scientists, red sprites are part of complex electrical processes occurring in the Earth’s upper atmosphere. Their study is considered very important for meteorology and atmospheric science, because it helps in understanding the relationship between lightning and the upper atmosphere.
This rare scene seen in the sky of Tibet is one of those wonderful mysteries of nature, which presents a unique confluence of science and beauty. This is the reason why its pictures and videos remain a topic of discussion all over the world.
