Investigating the Relationship between Upper Tropospheric NOx Dynamics and Lightning Events using WRF-Elec Chemistry

This study explores the relationship between upper-tropospheric nitrogen oxides (NOx) concentrations and lightning intensity through WRF-Elec Chemistry modeling methodologies.By scrutinizing this connection, the research endeavors to elucidate the nuanced interplay between NOx levels and lightning events, offering substantive insights into atmospheric processes.The model simulations are carried out with a spatial resolution of 15 km to refine the understanding of NOx emissions from lightning events.Adjusted for background levels, the derived NOx concentrations exhibit a robust correlation with lightning flashes detected by the LDSN, contributing invaluable insights into atmospheric processes.Significantly, correlation coefficients of r=0.5593 across the entire Indian region and r=0.8472 within selected domains at 9 kilometers altitude underscore the study's findings.These results deepen our understanding of lightning's impact on atmospheric chemistry,