Scientists finally explain how lightning forms inside storm clouds

For as long as people have watched storms roll across the sky, lightning has inspired awe and fear. You can see the flash and ...

Storm brings scattered showers, clouds to Southern California

A storm system spinning off the Southern California coast will bring plenty of clouds and a chance of showers to the region ...

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A scientist explains red planet’s weather

So, Mars does have storms, but they’re far drier and dustier than the thunderstorms on Earth. Scientists are continually ...
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Rwanda: Ngoma Deaths Spotlight Hidden Lightning Risks in Low-Lying Areas

Lightning, often associated with hills and mountainous terrain, is not confined to high ground and can strike anywhere under ...

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A planetary scientist explains the red planet’s dry, dusty storms

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to CuriousKidsUS@theconversation.com. Are there thunderstorms on Mars? – Cade, age 7, ...