Birmingham sky turns pink amid snowstorm, sparking panic and curiosity
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Birmingham residents were startled as the night sky turned pink during heavy snowfall. Later, experts confirmed the eerie glow was caused by stadium LED lights.
BIRMINGHAM (Web Desk) - A wave of fear and curiosity swept through the British city of Birmingham late at night when the sky suddenly transformed into a deep pink and reddish hue.
The unusual spectacle left residents both astonished and alarmed, while social media quickly filled with questions and speculation.
The incident occurred as the city was already grappling with heavy snowfall. Severe weather conditions had disrupted traffic, made roads hazardous, and forced the temporary suspension of several services. Amid this chaos, the unnatural color of the sky further intensified public anxiety.
Residents immediately began capturing photos and videos on their mobile phones and sharing them online. The pink glow was clearly visible across parts of the city near northern London, leaving many viewers stunned.
Initially, people feared the phenomenon might be linked to the snowstorm or a potential natural disaster. However, experts and media reports soon uncovered the truth.
Investigations revealed that the unusual color was not caused by any natural phenomenon but was instead the result of artificial lighting.
According to Al Arabiya.net, an analysis of multiple images showed that the pink glow was limited to specific areas of Birmingham and was not observed in any other UK city. Later, a report by the British newspaper Metro explained the real cause behind the mysterious scene.
The report stated that powerful LED lights from the Birmingham City Football Club stadium were responsible. Due to heavy snowfall and dense cloud cover, particles in the atmosphere scattered the light, creating the illusion of a pink-colored sky.
These special lights are used to protect and restore the stadium’s grass, especially after rain or harsh weather. Aerial images also confirmed that the stadium lights were at their brightest at the same time residents were recording the strange sight.
