Lightning strikes suddenly. But it is not born suddenly—how much of that person's sky were you watching?

Lightning strikes suddenly.You think it was rumbling in the distance just a moment ago, and then the next instant, there is a ...

If You Hear Thunder, Do Not Rush Home: 3 Evacuation Decisions Based on the Science of Lightning

PM on October 19, 2026 Disaster prevention decisions to protect your life—criteria for acting before you hesitateIf you are ...
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What happens when lightning strikes a human body

Thomas Mulligan explains how a lightning strike primarily damages the nervous system and heart, potentially causing cardiac arrest, permanent disabilities, and distinctive fernlike skin patterns.
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Why Kerala is seeing a surge in deadly lightning strikes, and how to stay safe

As the North-East monsoon approaches Kerala, weather officials warn of severe thunderstorms. Kottayam faces high risks.

Number of lightning strikes skyrockets in Tokyo in summer

Lightning strikes in Tokyo in July and August more than tripled in number from the summer average, prompting heightened measures against equipment failures and warnings to avoid injuries from the ...
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Florida sees surge in deadly lightning strikes

Lightning is seen over Fort Myers on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Lightning is becoming a consistent sighting as the summer progresses. Andrew West/The News-Press & Nap USA TODAY Network, Reuters Florida ...