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Chinese Rocket Hit by Lightning Strike Moments After Launch
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China's Long March 3B rocket was struck by a powerful lightning bolt around 30 seconds after launching on July 23. Despite this, it made it to space and successfully deployed its payload.
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Chinese Rocket Hit by Lightning Strike Moments After Launch
China's Long March 3B rocket was struck by a powerful lightning bolt around 30 seconds after launching on July 23. Despite this, it made it to space and successfully deployed its payload. The incident has sparked interest in the resilience of the rocket. The rocket's ability to withstand the lightning strike has been hailed as a success. The incident has also raised concerns about the safety of rocket launches during thunderstorms.
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