Catatumbo Lightning
Venezuela, Maracaibo

Catatumbo Lightning is a phenomenon that occurs in the Catatumbo region of Venezuela, near the border with Colombia. This is one of the most intense natural sparkling phenomena in the world. Catatumbo lightning is observed along the Catatumbo River and Lake Maracaibo in western Venezuela.


This phenomenon usually occurs in the evening and at night, and its intensity can be so high that it lights up the night sky for tens of kilometers. The duration and frequency of lightning in this region are related to local meteorological conditions, including humidity, temperature and geographic location.


Interestingly, the Catatumbo Lightning phenomenon has become part of the cultural heritage and local legends. It is also an important aspect of the region's ecosystem, influencing the local climate and flora.


The Catatumbo Lightning has become famous for its unique nature and impressive spectacle. This phenomenon is most pronounced in the period from April to November, it is during this season that the intensity of lightning reaches its peak.


The origin of the Catatumbo Lightning is associated with the special climatic conditions of this region. The Andes mountains and bodies of water in the surrounding area create a unique microclimate. The meeting of warm, moist air from the Caribbean Sea with cold air masses from the Andes creates ideal conditions for the formation of thunderclouds, and therefore lightning.


Catatumbo lightning plays an important role in the local ecosystem, providing an additional source nitrogen for the soil. In addition, this spectacle attracts the attention of tourists and scientists who study natural phenomena and meteorological processes in this region.


Despite the magnificence of this natural phenomenon, there is also a shadow against the background of environmental and social problems in the region such as environmental degradation and underdevelopment.

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Давай бояться вместе! - Или Охота за молниями Кататумбо
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Давай бояться вместе! - Или Охота за молниями Кататумбо

Мне бы хотелось вести дорожный дневник и по вечерам записывать в него приключения каждого дня. Из своего бесконечного путешествия, конечно же. Но вот, в силу то ли характера, то ли обстоятельств (или всего понемножку), я помещаю свой отзыв в раздел "Мемуары". И хоть описываемым событиям скоро можно справлять годовщину, я все же хотела бы поведать Вам о последней экспедиции в рамках путешествия

Ekaterina Rodina (Wroclaw)
10.04.2024
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