How To Stay Safe From Lightning During Storms

How To Stay Safe From Lightning During Storms

According to the National Weather Service, lightning is one of the leading causes of weather deaths in the United States. In April, a father and son in Columbus were killed by a falling tree when lightning struck it on a golf course. Contrary to popular belief, direct strikes from lightning only make up around five percent […] The post How to Stay Safe From Lightning During Storms appeared first on The Georgia Sun.

Lightning Safety Becoming Very Important During a Stormy Weekend

Plenty of thunderstorms have rolled over the area lately with more possible in the coming days and the experts at the National Weather Service are offering some reminders about the dangers of lightning. National Weather Service Meteorologist Ashley Bury says it’s a wise move to stay “weather aware,” especially when potentially severe storms may be moving in. https://kiow.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/2025/06/mkwx5-8.mp3 In 2024, there were no…