Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A lightning safety expert recently told AccuWeather that it's dangerous to take a shower during a thunderstorm, because water ...

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?

Lightning struck a chimney in Hamilton Township Wednesday evening, causing damage, according to the Franklin Fire Company.It happened in the 100 block of Zircon Drive around 6:30 p.m.The fire company ...

CALDWELL, New Jersey (WABC) -- The storm came fast - bringing rain and lightning. "I heard a crack, saw a red flash - we saw the tree split," said Jason Oesterly. The loud boom was enough to shake the ...

A Scott home sustained electrical damage Wednesday evening after multiple lightning strikes were reported in the area. At 7:27 p.m., the Scott Fire Department was dispatched to the 100 block of ...

A lightning strike that started a house fire overnight in Roanoke County has resulted in approximately $10,000 in damages, according to Roanoke County Fire and Rescue. (Roanoke County Fire and Rescue) ...

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park’s largest oak tree came down after possible lightning damage on Wednesday night. The oak tree was located at the center lagoon.

An intense thunderstorm had first responders scrambling Friday afternoon. Wichita Falls firefighters were sent to two house fires possibly caused by lightning strikes, and scanner traffic indicated ...