LIGHTNING PAGE

Lightning makes thunderstorms dangerous.  It is made from a sudden discharge or spark of electricity between two clouds or between a cloud and the ground.  More people are killed by lightning, than any other violent storm. 

LIGHTNING & FOREST FIRES

Lightning striking the ground is the number one cause of cause of damaging forest fires in the western states. The lightning's sudden spark of electricity that could either  between two clouds or a cloud and the ground ignites dry trees or fallen branches.

Lightning Safety!

It may be nice to watch, but lightning can be dangerous.  In a lightning storm stay away from large windows. DO NOT use the telephone or anything with metal.  DO NOT take a shower or bath.  Make sure that you unplug any electrical equipment in the house.