The numbers became real when a Colorado man was hit by lightning in New Smyrna Beach June 20 as he stood in ankle-deep water.

As thunderstorms roll through NW Florida, lightning will be more prevalent and dangerous for indoor and outdoor activities.

According to Florida Department of Children and Families and the national SAFE Kids Campaign, children under the age of 12 ...

How to stay safe in Naples, Marco Island this summer. ... Florida led the U.S. in lightning strikes per square mile in 2024 and had five lightning-related fatalities.

“While lightning fatalities have decreased over the past 30 years, lightning continues to be one of the top storm-related ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – Storms are an everyday occurrence in Florida. Rain and storms are expected to be widespread through Saturday, ...

To stay safe from lightning, you should always stay updated on the weather forecast, especially if you are outdoors. If you ...

Remain inside a safe place for 30 minutes after the last thunder. Substantial buildings and hard-topped vehicles are the ...

A lightning strike in Sanford, Florida, set off the city's entire Fourth of July fireworks display on Friday. While acts of ...

Floridians can stay cool and safe outdoors with elements that include shade trees and awnings, says the Building Resilience ...

Florida recorded five out of the twelve lightning fatalities in the U.S. during 2024. Lightning strikes are a serious threat, especially in Florida, ... Here's how to stay safe ...

How to stay safe in Naples, Marco Island this summer. ... Florida led the U.S. in lightning strikes per square mile in 2024 and had five lightning-related fatalities.