Ep 2. Series 2, Episode 2
- July 29, 2014
Series 2, Episode 2 of Nature's Weirdest Events takes viewers on a journey exploring some of the most bizarre and unexplainable natural phenomena from around the world. The episode kicks off with a look at a strange and deadly disease affecting sea stars along the West Coast of North America. Thousands of these marine creatures are dying and researchers are struggling to determine the cause and find a solution.
Moving from the ocean to land, the episode then examines a mysterious and potentially dangerous hole that suddenly appeared in a Siberian forest. With no clear explanation as to how it formed or what caused it, locals and scientists alike are left scratching their heads.
Next, Nature's Weirdest Events explores the fascinating world of bioluminescence - the ability of some creatures to produce their light. From glow worms in the UK to glowing squid in Japan, viewers get a peek at some of the most beautiful and mesmerizing natural light displays on the planet.
The episode then takes a darker turn as it delves into a strange and disturbing phenomenon known as "tree raining." In a small town in Argentina, residents report finding their trees suddenly and inexplicably covered in a sticky, white substance. Despite numerous tests, scientists have yet to determine the cause or origin of this unusual occurrence.
Finally, the episode concludes with a look at a bizarre and potentially deadly phenomenon known as "thunderstorm asthma." In Melbourne, Australia, a storm caused an unprecedented outbreak of asthma attacks that overwhelmed local hospitals and left many questioning how and why weather events could trigger such a response.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to stunning footage, expert explanations, and compelling firsthand accounts of some of the most perplexing natural events on the planet. From strange diseases to unexplainable holes and mysterious substances, Nature's Weirdest Events delivers a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of the unexpected side of the natural world.
