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The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


Thunderstorm and Rainbow over Zagreb, Croatia

October 06, 2022

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Photographer: Neven Tandaric
Summary Authors: Neven Tandaric; Jim Foster
The photo at top shows the approach of a nasty thunderstorm over
Zagreb, Croatia, as observed on September 11, 2022. Note that the
precipitation shaft associated with this storm cell is quite
obvious and is likely an indication of strong winds.

The bottom photo shows a beautiful high-arching rainbow that could
be seen as the storm departed. A portion of the secondary rainbow
is clearly visible at upper right. This fainter bow results from a
second internal reflection in the raindrops. The darker strip of sky
between the primary and secondary bows is known as Alexander's Dark
Band.

Zagreb, Croatia Coordinates: 45.7974397, 15.9399371


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