Lightning strikes are some of the most awesome demonstrations of power on Earth. We’ve all seen trees, mountains, and skyscrapers struck. But if a car is struck by lightning, then what happens?

So, what can we do to lower our risk of getting struck by lightning? If you’re outdoors, immediately seek shelter in a building or hard-topped vehicle as soon as you hear thunder. Even if it is ...

In 2024, 12 people died from lightning strikes in the United States, including five in Florida, one of those was in Naples in September. If you hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by ...