THIS ROCKET WAS STRUCK BY LIGHTNING AFTER LIFTOFF

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The video captures a dramatic and rare event: a lightning strike on a rocket during liftoff. This inherently high-stakes and visually striking moment, combined with the successful outcome, creates a compelling narrative that would naturally attract viewers and shares.

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A rocket launch is struck by lightning shortly after liftoff. Despite the lightning strike, the rocket successfully continues its ascent and delivers its satellite into orbit.

Structure

1Rocket launches during a storm.
2Lightning strikes the rocket after liftoff.
3The rocket continues its ascent.
4The rocket successfully reaches orbit.

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@COSMIC_PENGUIN / X THIS ROCKET WAS STRUCK BY LIGHTNING AFTER LIFTOFF

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A rocket launched from China's Xichang Satellite Launch Center was struck by lightning moments after liftoff. Despite the strike, the launch continued as planned, and the rocket successfully delivered its satellite into orbit. 🎥: Cosmic_Penguin / X space rocketlaunch.