Ball lightning is a rare, unexplained, luminous spherical phenomenon, typically seen during thunderstorms, which varies in size, color, and intensity and can last from seconds to minutes. While most scientists agree ball lightning is a real phenomenon, the cause remains a mystery, though theories involve silicon vaporizing from the soil to form a plasma ball or other plasma-related phenomena. Credit: tt/sundayannab1 | ROADS.sg

Discover the fascinating world of ball lightning and its rare appearances during thunderstorms. Explore the Neuruppen incident in East Germany and the captivating accounts of simultaneous sightings near the town. Join us as we delve into the conditions and electric fields that may unlock the secrets behind this mysterious natural phenomenon. Watch or listen to the latest episode here: https://openminds.tv/open-minds-uap-news-ball-lightning-science-with-dr-karl-stephan/ | Open Minds Production