There are trillions of charged particles—protons and electrons, the basic building blocks of matter—whizzing around above ...

A single lightning strike can release a 30 million-volt surge, enough to severely injure or kill a person in an instant. Every second, the unbelievably powerful force of electricity jumps back and ...

Lightning strikes are a common cause of U.S. wildfires, but the majority of wildfires that threaten communities are started by human activities. The answer lies in a mix of wind speed, changing ...

A Madison County family was evacuated from a residence on Thursday morning when they were awoken by a lightning strike that ...

Light pollution is increasing globally, and having a negative impact on wildlife and humans. But according to DarkSky ...

Tharparkar, a region once celebrated for its vibrant hues and striking contrasts, now finds itself shrouded in a cloud of ...