Definition of St. Elmo's Fire

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St. Elmo's Fire

The term 'St. Elmo's Fire' as it applies to the area of the weather can be defined as ' The glow on a masthead produced by an extreme buildup of electrical charge. Unprotected mariners should immediately move to shelter when this phenomena occurs. Lightning may strike the mast within five minutes after it begins to glow'.

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