Why does Lake Maracaibo experience endless thunderstorms?
In short: This video explores why Lake Maracaibo is the most storm-prone location on Earth. Identify the particular ecological elements triggering storms that lash this vast expanse for as many as 200 days annually.
Lake Maracaibo stands as the stormiest place on the planet. For as much as 200 days of the year, the area experiences thunderstorms that can last for several hours at a time. Graeme Anderson examines the unique combination of factors that sustain these frequent and intense weather events.
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