Watch a viral video that captures the incredible power of lightning strikes hitting trees, water bodies, boats, and more.

Lightning is one of nature's most awesome displays, but it can also be one of its most deadly. Thankfully, there's a way to reduce your risk.

The tonka bean tree can survive a lightning strike, and thrive. Lightning strikes may kill untold numbers of trees every year, but one tropical species has evolved to benefit from the sudden jolts ...

Tragic lightning strikes in Bihar claimed at least 25 lives across seven districts, prompting Chief Minister Nitish Kumar to announce compensation for the victims' families. Nalanda reported the ...

ROGERSVILLE, Mo. (KY3) - Firefighters were hard at work this past week battling fires sparked by lightning strikes. “One of ...

TOKYO — A lightning strike in western Japan injured five students at a school playground on Thursday, including one who remained unconscious, media reports said. Junior high school students were ...

A 2008 analysis from the National Weather Service and National Lighting Safety Council found that the crouch had no effect in preventing injuries from lightning strikes. The updated guidance is ...

Among the fatalities, 23 people were killed due to lightning strikes, while 35 others died in storm-related accidents, including collapsing trees and walls during heavy rain and strong winds.

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