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

A rare ball lightning phenomenon captured in Russia at June 17, 2025 Ball lightning is a rare and mysterious atmospheric phenomenon, often described as a glowing, spherical shape, typically seen during thunderstorms. It's characterized by its luminous, orb-like appearance, which can vary in color (often white, yellow, red, or blue) and size (ranging from centimeters to meters in diameter). While its existence is widely acknowledged, the exact nature and cause of ball lightning remain a subject o