The World's Most Surreal Natural Phenomena Are Finally Explained

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​A Volcano Producing Lightning

Yes, you heard it right, if volcanoes weren’t dangerous and scary enough, there are some types that are able to produce lightning. This insane phenomenon is mostly called “dirty thunderstorms,” and involves volcanic eruptions producing some crazy lightning.

Martin Rietze (Alien Landscapes on Planet Earth)
Martin Rietze (Alien Landscapes on Planet Earth)

Though researchers have attempted to study it, apparently it’s a pretty hard occurrence to study since, you know, you've basically combined lava and electricity, so scientists have only been able to guess a thing or two about it.