I was ‘killed’ in a lightning strike —here’s what happens after you die
There are less than one in a million chances of getting struck by lightning — yet, that’s exactly what happened to US Marine ...
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Lightning Strike Frequency Is Increasing—Here’s Where and Why
The Phenomenon of Lightning Lightning is a powerful electrical discharge caused by imbalances between storm clouds and the ...
AI model can predict lightning-induced wildfires with unprecedented accuracy
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by Israeli researchers promises to revolutionize wildfire prediction, with ...
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Being Struck by Lightning Is No Big Deal for This Tropical Tree—the Zap Even Gives It a Boost
The almendro tree may have evolved to attract lightning, which helps clear more space for it to grow, according to new ...
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This man survived a lightning strike seven times — Here’s what happened
Between 1942 and 1977, Sullivan faced lightning strikes with an uncanny frequency, earning him the nickname "Human Lightning Rod." Roy Cleveland Sullivan was born on February 7, 1912, in Greene ...
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The Link Between Lightning Strikes and Wildfire Outbreaks
Wildfires have become a growing concern for many regions around the world. While there are various causes for these fiery ...
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Odisha's Battle Against Lightning: A Natural Force and Human Response
Lightning strikes in Odisha have resulted in 1,418 deaths over the last five years. The state government is tackling the crisis with initiatives like planting palm trees to save lives. The district of ...
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Don't listen to this common thunderstorm safety advice
The "lightning crouch" is a position previously thought to reduce the risk of lightning strikes but is no longer recommended by experts. The National Weather Service and the National Lightning ...