Spider lightning

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-009139",
  "term": "Spider lightning",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A type of lightning discharge that propagates horizontally for long distances, often appearing as a luminous web across the underside of a thunderstorm anvil. This phenomenon occurs when a leader stroke travels through a charge layer within the cloud, illuminating extensive channels. It can extend tens of kilometers from the parent thunderstorm.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/spider-lightning/"
}