Catatumbo River - Wikipedia
The Catatumbo River (Spanish: Río Catatumbo) is a river rising in northern Colombia, flowing into Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela. The Catatumbo River is approximately 340 kilometres (210 mi) long. It forms a part of the international boundary [citation needed] between the two countries.
Catatumbo lightning - Wikipedia
Catatumbo lightning (Spanish: Relámpago del Catatumbo) [1] is an atmospheric phenomenon that occurs over the mouth of the Catatumbo River where it empties into Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela. Catatumbo means "House of Thunder" in the language of the Bari people. [2] .
Catatumbo River | Lightning, Venezuela, Colombia | Britannica
5 days ago · Catatumbo River, river rising in northern Colombia. It flows northeast across the Venezuelan border, crosses rich oil-bearing regions in the Maracaibo Lowland, and empties into Lake Maracaibo after a course of about 210 miles (338 km).
Catatumbo Lightning Explained: What Causes the Everlasting …
Dec 11, 2023 · Northwest Venezuela, where Lake Maracaibo meets the Catatumbo River, is home to 'eternal lightning.' On average, lightning strikes 28 times per minute for up to 9 hours each night.
Venezuela's Catatumbo Lightning: The Complete Guide - TripSavvy
Apr 12, 2022 · Well, unless you happen to live in Venezuela—specifically in northern Venezuela, where the Catatumbo River empties into Lake Maracaibo. Here, you'll find a phenomenon known as Catatumbo Lightning.
What Is Catatumbo Lightning? - WorldAtlas
Apr 25, 2017 · In Venezuela, at the mouth of the Catatumbo River where it meets the Lake Maracaibo, a unique and impressive natural phenomenon, variously known as the "Catatumbo lightning", the "Beacon of Maracaibo" or the “Everlasting Storm”, captures the eyes and attention of all observers there to witness it.
Why Catatumbo River is the most lightning-struck place on earth
Jul 14, 2016 · This electric spot, where the Catatumbo River empties into Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela’s far northwest, is believed to be the most lightning-struck place on earth. And the spectacular phenomenon may even be responsible for Venezuela’s independence.
9 Dazzling Facts about the Catatumbo Lightning, Venezuela’s …
Jun 16, 2022 · One place in Venezuela, near the confluence of the Catatumbo River and Lake Maracaibo, experiences dazzling lightning storms almost every day, making it Earth’s most electric spot.
Catatumbo, Venezuela, the Lightning Capital of the World
Oct 6, 2024 · In Catatumbo, Venezuela, nearly 300 nights a year, a lightning storm rages across the sky. This region located where the Catatumbo River flows into Lake Maracaibo is known as “Relampago del Catatumbo” (Catatumbo Lightning).
Colombians flee to Venezuela as clashes between rebel groups …
3 days ago · Residents cross a river to Venezuela from Colombia’s Tibu, Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025, following guerrilla attacks that killed dozens and forced thousands to flee their homes in the Catatumbo region. ... Located on Colombia’s border with Venezuela, the Catatumbo region has around 300,000 residents and produces 15% of Colombia’s coca crop.