Lightning strikes the U.S about 25 million times per year, with most of the strikes occurring during the summer months.
A single lightning strike can release a 30 million-volt surge, enough to severely injure or kill a person in an instant.
Lightning strikes are some of the most awesome demonstrations of power on Earth. We’ve all seen trees, mountains, and skyscrapers struck. But if a car is struck by lightning, then what happens?
As Tasmania battles more than a dozen fires sparked by a band of dry lightning strikes, some in high-value wilderness areas, ...
The National Weather Service and the Florida Division of Emergency Management observe Florida Severe Weather Awareness Week ...
An updated report from the NWS Blacksburg VA was issued on Thursday at 3:47 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. The alert is for Ashe, Alleghany and Surry counties.