Nature's Spooky Side: When Weather Gets Creepy

Lightning Strikes

Weather can be downright scary, even without Halloween decorations. Ever thought about how lightning strikes the earth around eight million times a day? That’s a lot of electricity!

• Most of the time, it’s harmless
• About 20 to 30 people in the U.S. aren’t so lucky each year
• The odds of getting struck are slim, but it’s still something to think about

Hurricanes with Spooky Shapes

Now, let’s talk about hurricanes. You might have heard about Hurricane Matthew in 2016, which looked like a skull.

• It’s not just a coincidence—these shapes happen because of clouds and shadows
• Hurricane Milton also pulled off a spooky face last year
• It’s like nature is trying to scare us on purpose!

Walking Tornadoes

But wait, there’s more. Ever heard of walking tornadoes?

• In Jarrell, Texas, a famous photo from 1997 shows a multi-vortex tornado that looked like a person walking
• Most tornadoes have multiple vortices, but this one was extra creepy
• Jarrell is known for this photo, but tornadoes like this are rare

Respecting Nature

So, while most of us won’t experience these freaky weather events, it’s a good reminder to respect nature. It can be beautiful, but it can also be terrifying.

Whether it’s lightning, skull-shaped hurricanes, or walking tornadoes, nature has a way of keeping us on our toes.