Lightning strikes the U.S about 25 million times per year, with most of the strikes occurring during the summer months.

While this makes the direct threat from thunder and lightning in the UK low, extreme weather creates many dangers that may pose a risk even after a storm has passed like damaged walls, bridges or ...

If you are outside, seek refuge in a car or grounded building when lightning or thunder begins. • If you are caught outside away from a building or car, stay clear of water bodies and tall ...

It's important to remember it doesn't have to be raining for lightning to strike. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. If you hear thunder ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Florida usually leads the nation in lightning strikes each year. In 2021, over 14 million lightning ...

MACON, Ga. — Feb. 3 through the 7th is 2025's Severe Weather Preparedness Week here in Georgia. The National Weather Service aims to prepare people to hazardous weather that often occurs in the ...