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Lightning can still strike you while indoors. Here’s how to stay safe
September 8, 2026, 7:05 am EDT
Yes, being indoors during a thunderstorm is the safest place to be, but you can still get struck. One in every three strikes happen to people who are actually inside. Knowing where to be inside your home can save you from injury and even death. Watch to see how to truly stay safe while inside during a thunderstorm.
Lightning myths that could get you struck
July 29, 2026, 2:49 pm EDT
Lightning deaths have diminished in the U.S. in recent years, but injuries can last a lifetime. Let's debunk some myths.
The everyday things that make you a human lightning rod
July 17, 2026, 12:57 pm EDT
We bust common lightning myths and share practical tips on what to avoid so a nearby strike doesn't find its way to you.
Everyday objects that could make you a human lightning rod
July 17, 2026, 12:52 pm EDT
We debunk myths about what attracts lightning and give you practical advice on what to avoid to prevent a nearby lightning strike from making its way to you.
Can Lightning Really Strike Plumbing While You’re Showering?
July 8, 2026, 9:26 pm EDT
Think twice before you lather, rinse and repeat during the next thunderstorm; it might not be safe. Showering when there's the chance of lightning nearby is risky business.
Hail Can Fall At More Than 100 MPH
June 30, 2026, 9:32 pm EDT
A look at just how fast hail can fall from the sky.
Why A ‘Bolt From The Blue’ Is So Dangerous
May 2, 2026, 12:00 pm EDT
Most lightning strikes happen within a few miles of the thunderstorm that spawned them, but ‘bolts from the blue’ can travel much farther.
Caught Outside In A Thunderstorm? How To Stay Safe
April 25, 2026, 12:00 pm EDT
Lightning strikes injure hundreds in the U.S. each year. Here’s what you need to know if you are stuck outside when severe weather hits.
4 Ways To Protect Your Car From Hail
March 7, 2026, 12:00 pm EST
Save your car from expensive, hail-related damage with these tips.
These Activities Have The Most Lightning-Related Deaths
March 6, 2026, 10:22 pm EST
Some activities are more dangerous than others when it comes to lightning safety and thunderstorms. At the top of the list: fishing, spending time at the beach and boating. But the common thread goes further than just all taking place on or near water.

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