Lightning is a random act of nature that can strike at any time of the year, most often during summer months.
So far this year, there have been 26 people reported to have been struck by lightning; 12 of those people died. It might be cool to look at from a safe distance, but lightning kills more than 20 people each year in the United States and injures hundreds more — with some survivors suffering lifelong neurological damage.
One thing that is for certain: No place outside is safe during a thunderstorm. This is why we always say, "When thunder roars, go indoors." What else should you know about this electrical wonder of nature? We debunk 5 popular myths with science-backed facts about this dangerous and often misunderstood phenomenon.
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