Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Waterspout in Florida

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 17, 2020 is “A Waterspout in Florida,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Joey Mole). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

A Waterspout in Florida
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Joey Mole Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“What’s happening over the water? Pictured here is one of the better images yet recorded of a waterspout , a type of tornado that occurs over water.”

— APOD editors, May 17, 2020

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
May 17, 2020
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Joey Mole
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 138 words

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