Lightning kills about 320 million trees yearly, especially tall ones in tropical forests. It releases up to 1.09 billion tons ...

When lightning strikes the Eiffel Tower, the lightning is directed through the tower’s rods and wiring into the ground, preventing any damage to the structure or threat to the public.

KGUN 9 reported on a Foothills home that was struck by lightning, reigniting conversation about lightning protection for residential structures.

National organizations say indoor pools should close during storms. Not everyone’s convinced the policy makes sense.