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Is Florida the US lightning capital? See strike spark fire in Jacksonville neighborhood

There have been nine lightning fatalities in the United States this year, with one in Florida. The Sunshine State is the lightning capital of the U.S.

Fox News · 2d

Summer beach day turns dangerous as lightning strikes three at St. Augustine Pier in Florida

A lightning incident at Florida's St. Augustine Pier left three injured and beachgoers in panic, highlighting safety concerns as the US reports six lightning fatalities in 2025.

WESH on MSN · 6h

15-second alarm in some Central Florida parks could help prevent lightning strikes

When it comes to lightning strikes, many local governments like the one in Seminole County are trying to be proactive.

Rain to soak South Florida

Sun Sentinel · 1d

Rain to drench South Florida as potential Gulf system nears: forecasters

South Florida will see a soggy start to its week due to a potential tropical system that is forecast to form in the Gulf and then move across Florida, the National Weather Service said Sunday.

Yahoo · 21h

Rain to soak South Florida as odds increase for potential Gulf system

A flood watch is in effect for east coast metro areas of South Florida on Monday due to a potential tropical system that is producing heavy rain and thunderstorms off Florida’s east coast. The low-pressure area is forecast to move across Florida in the next day or so and then move into the northwestern Gulf by late Tuesday,

FOX 35 Orlando on MSN · 14h

Invest 93L: Potential tropical threat to bring rain, thunderstorms to Florida on way toward Gulf

The National Hurricane Center has declared an area of low pressure off Florida's east coast as Invest 93L, allowing computer models to run the potential tropical disturbance's path as it crosses over the Florida Peninsula this week.

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Flash! Boom! Bolt of lightning damages National Weather Service equipment

Florida has more lightning strikes than any other state. On average, about seven people die from lightning every year, and 50 ...

Caters Clips on MSN20h

Lightning Cracks and Torrential Rain Pound Florida in Intense Storm

This terrifying footage shows one Florida resident sheltering from a large thunderstorm on the 13th July, 2025. The video ...

News4JAX9h

Recent lightning strikes raise alarm after 2 people were killed and 2 injured in our area. What you can do to stay safe

Storms are a familiar part of summer in the Southeast, but a string of lightning strikes in recent days has resulted in tragedy and heightened awareness about how to stay safe.

One Georgia city is in the top 10 for lightning. Here are some lightning safety tips

Seek Shelter Indoors: The safest place to be during a lightning storm is inside a sturdy building. Get Inside a Vehicle: If you can't find a building, a car is a safe alternative. The metal frame of a ...