Florida is the lightning capital of the US. Here are some safety tips
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida usually leads the nation in lightning strikes each year. In 2021, over 14 million lightning ...
Why are fast-moving and human-caused wildfires more destructive and harder to contain?
Investigators are trying to determine what caused several wind-driven wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes across the Los Angeles area in January 2025. Given the fires’ locations, and lack ...
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Lightning Strikes – Surviving A 30 Million Volt Jolt
A single lightning strike can release a 30 million-volt surge, enough to severely injure or kill a person in an instant.
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Lightning becomes a threat
Tharparkar, a region once celebrated for its vibrant hues and striking contrasts, now finds itself shrouded in a cloud of ...
Orlando is one of the top places in the world for lightning | Severe Weather Awareness Week
In 2024, Florida came in No. 1 for the number of lightning strikes per one kilometer. Orlando came in No. 1 as the city in ...