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Viewer photos capture SpaceX 'Jellyfish' cloud launch
A SpaceX launch produced a striking 'jellyfish' effect in the sky, with expanding clouds of exhaust illuminated by sunlight after liftoff. Viewers captured photos of the phenomenon, and local news outlets shared the images as the display drew widespread attention online. The glowing plume is a well-known visual effect of rocket launches occurring near dawn or dusk.
Why now: Striking photos of an unusual glowing cloud from a SpaceX launch are spreading quickly on social media
Evidence
- Viewer photos capture SpaceX 'Jellyfish' cloud launch · FOX 5 Atlanta
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