Why Do “Earthquake Lights” Happen? The strange glow that sparks big questions

Why do “earthquake lights” happen? 🌌 Strange glowing skies have been reported before major quakes, sparking awe and mystery for centuries. In this video, we dive into the science behind these rare natural lights — and reveal how the Earth glows when under extreme stress.
I still remember the first time I saw a strange light streak across the night sky during a tremor. It wasn’t lightning. It wasn’t fireworks. It was something far stranger — a mysterious glow tied to the shifting ground. That moment sent me searching for answers, asking: what causes earthquake lights?
Scientists explain that these lights may come from the stress in rocks releasing electrical charges, like sparks when you rub two stones together. Others believe minerals deep in the Earth act like batteries, releasing energy that ionizes the air above. It’s like flipping on a switch in your kitchen — sudden, bright, and powerful. These flashes remind us that the planet beneath us is alive with hidden energy.
Earthquake lights are rare, unpredictable, and still not fully explained. But one thing is clear: they show us how dynamic and electric our world truly is. And beyond the science, they carry a deeper lesson. Just as the Earth glows under pressure, we too can shine when life pushes us to our limits.
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