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LIGHTENING BEFORE A THUNDERSTORM IS SEEN OVER DRESDEN
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LIGHTENING BEFORE A THUNDERSTORM IS SEEN OVER DRESDEN
Lightening is seen over the historical city of Dresden on August 22, 2002.
Weather experts expects thunderstorms and rain over the area one week after
the rain-swollen river spilled over its banks into several more towns of
eastern Germany, wrecking roads and railways and chasing thousands of people
to higher ground. NO RIGHTS CLEARANCES OR PERMISSIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS IMAGE REUTERS/Michael Dalder
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This print captures the awe-inspiring power of nature as lightning illuminates the sky above Dresden. Taken on August 22,2002, this image showcases the dramatic scene just before a thunderstorm is about to unleash its fury upon the historical city. The anticipation of heavy rain and thunder looms in the air, adding an element of suspense to this already mesmerizing spectacle. At that time, weather experts had predicted that thunderstorms would soon sweep over the area. This forecast came amidst a challenging period for Dresden and neighboring towns in eastern Germany. Just one week prior, torrential rains had caused a nearby river to overflow its banks, wreaking havoc on roads and railways while forcing thousands of residents to seek refuge at higher ground. Photographer Michael Dalder skillfully captured this momentous event with his lens, freezing in time nature's raw power and showcasing it for all to see. As we gaze upon this photograph today, we are reminded of both the beauty and unpredictability of our natural world. No rights clearances or permissions are required for this remarkable image by Michael Dalder from Reuters Images. Let us appreciate this visual masterpiece without mentioning any commercial use or affiliations - simply marvel at Mother Nature's breathtaking display captured forever in print.
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