Multi-ignition wildfires are not overly common. But when individual fires do converge, the consequences can be catastrophic.

Lightning strikes are always a serious threat, no matter what season it is. For the last year, lightning strikes in the U.S.

The National Lightning Detection Network counts all of the lightning flashes and strikes across the U.S. Some Michigan ...

SEATTLE — The National Weather Service is closely monitoring frequent lightning activity across Washington state this week, identifying it as the primary threat for sparking new wildfires. "Big ...

Lightning strikes are some of the most awesome demonstrations of power on Earth. We’ve all seen trees, mountains and skyscrapers struck. But if a car is struck by lightning, then what happens?