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Lightning can be seen as a large storm front crosses over the Sydney suburb of Wakehurst
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Lightning can be seen as a large storm front crosses over the Sydney suburb of Wakehurst
Lightning can be seen as a large storm front crosses over the Sydney suburb of Wakehurst December 5, 2014. A severe thunderstorm hit parts of Sydney on Friday afternoon and damaged more than 100 properties, with the Bureau of Meteorology issuing a " severe thunderstorm warning" for flash floods and damaging winds over the next several hours. REUTERS/Rick Stevens (AUSTRALIA - Tags: ENVIRONMENT SOCIETY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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This print captures the raw power and beauty of nature as a large storm front engulfs the Sydney suburb of Wakehurst. The image showcases an awe-inspiring display of lightning illuminating the darkened sky, creating a mesmerizing contrast against the backdrop of rural landscape. Taken on December 5,2014, during a severe thunderstorm that caused significant damage to over 100 properties in Sydney, this photograph serves as a reminder of the unpredictable forces that Mother Nature can unleash. The photographer skillfully captures the ominous atmosphere created by heavy rain clouds and stormy skies. The image portrays both danger and beauty simultaneously, with bolts of electricity streaking across the horizon line. The absence of people in this shot emphasizes the sheer power and dominance nature holds over human existence. With its creative use of lighting and composition, this picture evokes a sense of wonderment at our planet's ability to produce such dramatic displays. It serves as a testament to how small we are in comparison to these natural phenomena. Overall, Rick Stevens' photograph is not only visually striking but also conveys an important message about respecting and appreciating nature's immense power.
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