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Hastings, Sussex - Lightning over the sea from the beach
Hastings, East Sussex - Lightning over the sea from the beach - June 6th, 1904. Date: 1904
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Bolt Channel Effect Hastings Lightning Phenomena Sand Storm Stormy Strike Strikes Striking
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1. Title: "A Spectacular Natural Phenomenon: Lightning over the English Channel at Hastings, Sussex, June 6th, 1904" This evocative photograph captures the raw power and beauty of nature as a lightning bolt strikes the English Channel off the coast of Hastings, East Sussex, on June 6th, 1904. The image, taken during an evening storm, showcases the dramatic contrast between the dark, stormy sky and the tranquil, sandy beach below. The vibrant, electric bolt of lightning, with its intricate, branching tendrils, pierces the night sky, illuminating the scene with a brilliant, otherworldly light. The stormy conditions have whipped up the sea, creating an agitated, choppy surface that reflects the ominous clouds above. Fishing boats, anchored in the shallows, are silhouetted against the backdrop of the storm, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the scene. The natural phenomenon, a common occurrence in coastal areas, is a reminder of the ever-changing and unpredictable forces of nature. The photograph, with its historical significance, transports us back in time to a moment of awe and wonder, inviting us to ponder the power and majesty of the natural world. This image, taken over a century ago, is a testament to the enduring allure of the English coast and the awe-inspiring spectacle of a lightning storm. It is a reminder that, no matter how much time passes, the raw power and beauty of nature will continue to captivate and inspire us.
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