Forget the lightning crouch: Weather experts warn against outdated storm strategy
The lightning crouch, a baseball-catcher-like stance some cite as a safeguard against lightning strikes, offers no meaningful ...
This Debunked Lightning Safety Tip Just Won’t Die—and It’s Still Dangerous
Outdated lightning safety advice is making the rounds again, prompting experts to speak up about what actually keeps you safe ...
Actually, it’s not safe to crouch during a lightning storm
As storm season gets underway in much of the United States, the National Lighting Safety Council is spreading awareness about ...
Why Crouching During a Lightning Storm Is Probably a Bad Idea
Guidance on kneeling when lightning strikes is well-intentioned, but it’s actually not the best course of action.
AI model can predict lightning-induced wildfires with unprecedented accuracy
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by Israeli researchers promises to revolutionize wildfire prediction, with ...
Seattle weather: What’s next now that lightning storm has passed
The worst with the storm is behind, because Thursday is “just looking like a typical spring day for Seattle,” according to ...
Lightning storm in Seattle: How to protect yourself indoors, outside
What to do if you are caught outside in a lightning storm. If you are outside when a storm approaches, the safest thing to do ...