July Went out With a Bang
July Went out With a Bang as a shelf cloud came across the land a few days ago.
Shelf clouds are harmless themselves but typically indicate strong storms. Shelf clouds form at the leading edge of a thunderstorm. If you see a shelf cloud coming your way, it probably means you are about to get hit by a strong thunderstorm.
I have seen two in my lifetime and they are quite interesting cloud formations and make great photos if you are quick enough. Usually they are moving pretty fast.
This one below I took a couple of years ago, it was a much worse storm behind it then the one above. Even though the one last week did dump over 2 inches of rain and very high winds.
July Went out With a Bang
47 Replies to “July Went out With a Bang”
Sandra, this definitely is one of the advantages of keeping a camera at hand. You catch unexpected and amazing shots like this.
So true Beth, one never knows what might be right around the corner.
wow i like it 🩵
Thank you 🙂
Wow. I need to post my clouds.
WOW! I have never even heard of a shelf cloud. Thanks for educating me. Despite its ominous meaning it is very beautiful to behold.
Thank you Linda, yes I just learned of them a couple of years ago when I saw my first one. They are quite something to see.
Awesomeness
Thank you Marland 🙂
Stunning shots, Sandra! Wow!
Thank you very much Kelllye 🙂
Wow! Incredible photos Sandra.
Thank you Sam, I appreciate that. It was quite the storm. Always have a camera ready, never know what might pop up. 🙂
I can imagine it was!
You’re one in a million writer with so much brilliance at capturing the mind of your readers… Thank you for this piece it’s educating.
You are very welcome and thank you for your kind words. 🙂 have a wonderful day
You’re welcome
Interesting layered effect Sandra … scary to know how quickly the cloud morphs into such a violent storm.
How interesting Sandra, I have not seen clouds like this here.
They are so interesting, it appears it is rolling when it is coming at you. Lots of wind.
Well, THAT was fascinating!
Outstanding photographs of a really unique phenomenon.
Thank you very much Wally. I almost missed it, I went outside and looked west and there it was starting to build. I grabbed one camera ran outside and no card in it. Quick went in and got the other camera. They move really fast.
These cloud images are awesome.
Thank you very much, it was a surprise to see them. I went outside and it was moving fast, I almost missed getting the shot. 😊
What awesome cloud images! Great timing on your part to capture them so clearly. I hope the ensuing storms brought cooler temperatures and improved humidity levels.
Thank you and yes they did. The humidity was gone and woke up the next day to 48 deg F in the morning. I love those temps.
I have never seen a shelf cloud! Looks spectacular!
They are quite something and they move very fast, it is hard to get a decent photo of one.
Impressive photographs 👏👏👏
Thank you Ted. This storm came in a dumped a couple inches of rain which we needed.
Nice cloud photos. We have those more often than I’d like in Central IL.
I bet, I have only seen the two over the years.
I think I have seen two this year…so far.
Impressive ! ☁️🌩️🙏
Thank you very much Francine 😊
They do look very dangerous but these are amazing photos!!
Thank you very much, yes it is the high winds behind them that hit with a lot of force. No damage from this one though. Lots of rain.
fascinating, great photos
Thank you very much Eddie.
well deserved
You are so very kind Eddie. Have a wonderful day.
That’s an impressive sight when a cloud like this comes your way…. great for photography but on the other hand also the sign of coming danger. I think you will always pray for the best Sandra…
Yes, there are always some high winds pushing a cloud like this. Both times I have seen one is from my front porch, so taking cover is real close.
Amazing photos. I hope to see something like this in my life!
I have only seen the two, they move so fast. 🙂
Nicely captured!
💫🌿✨🦎☀️💖☮️⚛️♾️🦀🐉🙏🏻😌🙋♂️
Thank you very much 🙂