Funny or Interesting Things

The lights on the sandy shores of this Maldives beach are caused by a bioluminescent phytoplankton.

THEY say that lightning never strikes the same place twice.
But as nature constantly proves, that is untrue.
And it’s especially untrue in Venezuela, where a particular spot on a particular lake attracts
1.2 million lightning bolts a year.
That’s about 28 lighting strikes every minute — enough energy to power 100 million light bulbs.

This electric spot, where the Catatumbo River empties into Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela’s far northwest, is believed to be the most lightning-struck place on earth.

For generations locals have been captivated by the region’s dramatic light show, with lightning storms raging for about 10 hours a night, about 260 nights a year.
Now, more and more intrepid tourists are flocking to the spot to witness it for themselves.
Scientists now say the region’s unique topography and wind patterns contribute to the unique phenomenon.

The region is thought to be the world’s biggest producer of ozone — making it a significant player in the regeneration of the ozone layer.

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