Pixies, Gnomes, and Jets - Oh My!
In this episode of Weather Geeks, Jen Carfagno interviews Dr. Levi Boggs about upper atmospheric electrical phenomena, specifically transient luminous events (TLEs) such as sprites, blue jets, and gigantic jets. Dr. Boggs shares his journey into the world of atmospheric electricity, the characteristics and differences of TLEs compared to traditional lightning, and the challenges of observing these elusive events. The conversation also delves into ongoing research regarding the impact of gigantic jets on the environment and technology, including potential effects on satellite communications. In this episode of Weather Geeks, Jen Carfagno speaks with Dr. Levi Boggs from Georgia Tech Research Institute about the challenges and advancements in studying Transient Luminous Events (TLEs) such as gigantic jets and red sprites. They discuss the difficulties in capturing observations, the importance of citizen science, and the potential for future research and technology to enhance understanding of these phenomena. Dr. Boggs shares insights on how TLEs can inform our understanding of traditional lightning and expresses his aspirations for future research endeavors.