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England: Viral Images of 'Fuchsia Sky' Explained – It's the Football Stadium Lights!

Published January 9, 2026, 19:11
England: Viral Images of 'Fuchsia Sky' Explained – It's the Football Stadium Lights!

Residents in Birmingham, Hednesford, and Staffordshire, England, were treated to a striking sight of a fuchsia-colored sky, sparking numerous comments and speculations on social media. The cause of the phenomenon was revealed to be the LED lights used at a local football stadium, reflecting off the clouds due to the weather conditions, cloud cover, and snowfall. The club confirmed the source of the light, and BBC weather presenter Simon King explained that these conditions enhance the reflection of light.