Monster (see larger)

Photographed in Toronto during August 21, 2011 storm, these

clouds looked vicious. There were tornado touch downs in city

outskirts. Rain and lightening strikes hit the city for about three

hours. There was one fatality. This is 70mm shot from distance of

about 5km.

 

 

 

The buildings are downtown high rises but they look puny compared

to the monster clouds. See the other photo also in the same folder.

Comments and rating welcome.

This image should be used in the definition of "awesome", a word that has all but lost its meaning due to overuse. Now, I can use it appropriately. This photo is awesome!

Thanks Jerry for kind words. Glad you find it interesting.

Best wishes... Sandeep

Fantastic strong sky...these clouds are "something"...thanks for share this unique scenario Sandeep! Best regards.

I recall those storms Sandeep. While I live in Peterborough, we sometimes get the edges of your storms, or worse. I recall this day on the 'news'. Your image brings back the memories so vividly. Such 'turmoil' in these vicious clouds. Well done, the processing brings out the magnitude of such weather.

Joao, thanks for kind words. Gail, this was an epic storm that has not been surpassed in last two years. Many lucky things have to fall in place for this type of photo. Along with interesting cloud formations, it has to be a clear day to get distant shots. Mist or rain reduces visibility, which is what we mostly get in stormy conditions. Now a days when I hear about a storm, I recharge the camera batteries, just in case...

Best wishes... Sandeep

Well captured, really gives you a sense of the size.

This photo recently got the "Flickr Best 100" award. Thanks to everybody for their continued support and valuable critiques. You can visit my flickr profile from the main page link.

Sandeep