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NASA Astronaut Captures Stunning Lightning Sprite from Space

7/7/2025

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NASA astronaut Nichole "Vapor" Ayers recently snapped a breathtaking image of a lightning sprite from 250 miles above Earth aboard the International Space Station. This fleeting red flash, born from powerful thunderstorms, offers a glimpse into the mysterious world of Transient Luminous Events (TLEs) and their fascinating role in our atmosphere.

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NASA astronaut Nichole "Vapor" Ayers recently snapped a breathtaking image of a lightning sprite from 250 miles above Earth aboard the International Space Station. This fleeting red flash, born from powerful thunderstorms, offers a glimpse into the mysterious world of Transient Luminous Events (TLEs) and their fascinating role in our atmosphere.