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The Cool Down on MSN · 5h

Experts confirm new world record after 'megaflash' lightning strike stretches over 500 miles: 'Incredible power'

It was one for the record books, a lightning flash that reached from eastern Texas to Kansas City. It happened back on Oct. 22, 2017. The World Meteorological Organization has now confirmed the 515-mile-long "megaflash" is a new world record for the longest lightning discharge.

CNN on MSN · 4d

‘Megaflash’ lightning bolt traveled over 500 miles, setting a new record, study says

Lightning is a familiar sight in stormy skies, but a new report has revealed just how far some bolts can travel — in one case, more than 500 miles.

ABC17NEWS · 14h

Lightning strike spans 515 miles, breaking previous record

Discover the world's largest lightning flash, its record-breaking journey, and the importance of lightning safety. Stay informed with the ABC 17 Stormtrack Weather app.

Beaumont Enterprise on MSN17h

Texas lightning bolt sets world record for longest flash at 515 miles

Well, it's official. The single megaflash lighting bolt of 2017 was certified as the world’s longest flash on record. The ...

2don MSN

515-Mile Lightning Bolt, as Big as 7,553 Football Fields, Breaks World Record

The massive lightning bolt — stretching 515 miles — struck on Oct. 22, 2017, and extended from eastern Texas to Kansas City ...

5don MSN

World record longest lightning flash discovered – a whopping 515-mile-long bolt

Scientists July 31 announced the discovery of the world's longest lightning flash ever detected – a whopping 515-mile-long ...

ASU professor helps measure longest lightning flash in new certified record

In October 2017, a thunderstorm in the United States produced lightning that extended across several states. Now, researchers ...

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