Lightning, a sudden, intense discharge of electricity that occurs during a thunderstorm. Though lightning only lasts ...

How Dangerous Lightning Really Is. Lightning is and can be very dangerous. According to the National Weather Service, ...

When a powerful lightning bolt hit Southern California's famed Venice Beach this weekend it triggered a wave of panic after a man was killed and 13 others were injured. Other recent incidents ...

An average of 25 Americans are killed every year by lightning strikes, with hundreds more injured, some permanently. Oftentimes, these deaths are preventable. The number of lightning-related deaths ...

If you are outside when lightning strikes, remember the following: When thunder roars, head indoors. Avoid open fields. Stay away from tall objects. Spread out. Stay away from wat ...

When lightning strikes, finding the right shelter may not always be easy. Here are the best tips on what to do if stuck outdoors during a thunderstorm. On Sunday, June 18, 2017, the National Oceanic ...

ST. LOUIS – As climate patterns shift and extreme weather becomes more common, lightning remains one of the most powerful and unpredictable forces of nature. Lightning is fascinating to watch but ...

In light of the 20th lightning fatality in the U.S. this year, lightning safety specialist John Jensenius shares tips on how to stay safe before and during lightning strikes. In light of the 20th ...

The warning had been issued for Cullman and Morgan counties. "The severe thunderstorm which prompted the warning has weakened. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, small hail and ...

It's Severe Weather Preparedness Week, and there is a new topic every day to prepare you for every form of severe weather that comes with the spring season. Today's topic is lightning information and ...