A viral video has taken social media by storm, showcasing a phenomenon that left many Malaysians in awe: a small cloud appearing to fall from the sky. The video, reposted by user @update11111 on X (formerly Twitter), has racked up over 549,400 views and more than 2,9k likes, with netizens speculating about the mysterious sight.
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In the video, a fluffy, cloud-like formation is seen slowly descending amidst misty skies. The location of the incident was initially undisclosed, but the strange sight sparked immediate intrigue. Upon touching the ground, the cloud maintained its shape, resembling a giant piece of cotton candy.
Men wearing construction helmets, seemingly workers at the site, rushed to the spot as the formation hit the ground. Some were seen interacting with the cloud-like object by touching it, further adding to the spectacle.
Further investigation revealed that the incident occurred in Muara Tuhup, Murung Raya, Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. This area, part of the Indonesian side of Borneo island, is known for its mining activities, which were later linked to the peculiar occurrence.
According to VOI, an Indonesian news portal, the country's Director of Public Meteorology, Andri Ramdhani, clarified that the phenomenon was not an actual cloud falling to Earth. Instead, it was most likely a condensation of water vapor or gas caused by human activities at the mining site.
Ramdhani explained that clouds cannot fall to the ground in dense clumps because their particles are light and dispersed with low density. The falling cloud in the video was likely the result of a high-pressure gas release during mining operations, combined with low temperatures and high humidity in the area. These conditions could cause the gas or water vapor to condense into a thick, cloud-like form that descended to the ground.
While the viral video may have puzzled viewers at first, the scientific explanation sheds light on how human activity can create phenomena that mimic natural occurrences. As Malaysians continue to share and discuss the video, the incident serves as a fascinating example of how science and social media intersect to demystify the world around us.
Source: VOI
