Brazil: Why Lightning (Almost) Always Spares Christ the Redeemer

Bélinda Ibrahim, 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Brazil Christ the Redeemer Lightning Science Rio de Janeiro

Standing 38 meters tall, arms outstretched atop Mount Corcovado, Christ the Redeemer watches over Rio de Janeiro. But this stone guardian, national symbol of Brazil, is also a prime target for lightning strikes. At nearly 710 meters above sea level and perched in isolation, the statue is struck an average of four to six times per year. During ...