Stories of Santelmo(or Santilmo) say that it is the spirit of a man who has died near a river, lake, ocean, or during heavy rains. The lost soul appears as a ball of fire and some say it seeks revenge on those who may have done him wrong, while others claim the soul is … See more

Ball lightning is an unexplained atmospheric electrical phenomenon. The term refers to reports of luminous, spherical objects which vary from pea-sized to several meters in diameter. Though usually associated … See more

Numerous, if not all, cultures have stories attached to them of magical balls of floating light, seemingly under intelligent control, or perhaps even supernatural, sentient forms of life. … See more

If you are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this ghostly phenomenon, take pause and imagine your ancestor’s awe and wonder upon seeing such a sight. What stories would they create to explain such a harrowing event? If you still wish to dismiss the … See more