A dramatic flash on the surface of the Moon has been caught on camera in a rare moment that has left skywatchers stunned.
The 19-second clip, filmed from Earth, shows a sudden burst of light erupting across the otherwise dark lunar landscape, believed to be the exact moment a meteoroid smashed into the surface.
Unlike Earth, the Moon has no atmosphere to burn up incoming space debris, meaning objects hurtle in at full speed and explode on impact, creating bright, visible flashes.
While the footage may look like something out of a sci-fi film, experts say these घटनाएँ are more common than many might think.
According to NASA, more than 280 such impacts are detectable on the Moon every year.
However, actually capturing one in real time from Earth is far less common, making clips like this particularly striking.
The flash, which appears for just a split second, is caused by the intense energy released when a meteoroid collides with the lunar surface at high velocity, instantly vaporising material and producing a brief but powerful burst of light.
Similar events have been recorded before, including a notable 2023 observation by the Virtual Telescope Project in Italy, part of ongoing efforts to monitor impacts across the solar system.
Scientists say tracking these घटनाएँ is not just about curiosity, it also plays a role in understanding space hazards and improving planetary defence strategies.
The latest clip has quickly gained attention online, with viewers marvelling at the fleeting but powerful reminder of how active our closest celestial neighbour really is.
And while the Moon may look शांत and unchanging from Earth, moments like this reveal a far more violent reality unfolding just beyond our skies.
