A record-breaking lightning megaflash, stretching 829 kilometres, stunned scientists after occurring during a thunderstorm between Texas and Kansas City in 2017. Confirmed by the WMO, this event surpassed the previous record and highlights the dangers of megaflashes, which can strike far from storm cores. Satellite technology has improved detection, leading to better understanding and warnings.
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World’s longest lightning megaflash recorded at 829 km, breaking previous 768 km world record
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