In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have unveiled a surprising connection between thunderstorms and the generation of high-energy gamma rays, often referred to as the universe's most intense form of light. This monumental finding may change the way we understand atmospheric phenomena and high-energy astrophysics.

Recent studies suggest that thunderstorms can create a "boiling pot" of conditions conducive to the production of gamma rays. These high-energy emissions are typically associated with cosmic events such as gamma-ray bursts and supernovae, but researchers are now exploring how natural weather systems can amplify this radiant energy.

How Thunderstorms Generate Gamma Rays