The calm before the storm at Naknek Lake in Katmai National Park, Alaska (00001233)
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Description: Naknek Lake in Katmai National Park, Alaska, provides a stunning backdrop for the fascinating phenomenon 'The calm before the storm'. The sky blazes in the most intense colors, constantly changing and creating a dreamlike atmosphere. Suddenly, a storm, known as a 'Williwaw', descends, turning the mirror-smooth lake into an inferno with meter-high white foam crowns. This wild storm rages for 24 hours with wind speeds of up to 90 miles per hour.
Location: Alaska/Katmai, Naknek Lake, USA
Date of Capture: 16.09.1999