Still, lightning strikes across the country are growing in ... Patrick Dispoto, 59, was on a beach in Seaside Park, New Jersey, on Sunday when he was struck. Police said he was found unconscious ...

The NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a report at 7:55 p.m. on Friday for strong thunderstorms until 8:45 p.m. for Inland ...

The NWS Newport/Morehead City NC issued a severe thunderstorm warning at 8:08 p.m. on Friday in effect until 8:45 p.m. for ...

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 ...

A weather alert was issued by the NWS Wilmington NC on Friday at 4:14 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 a.m. The alert ...

Storms over the Sierra Pass on Tuesday afternoon delivered more than 100 lightning strikes in just a few hours. The storms, including one near Truckee, stayed to the west and didn't reach Reno.

Trees struck by lightning may not need to be removed, as the damage varies depending on the intensity of the strike. It's crucial to address immediate hazards like broken branches, but wait a few ...