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Thunderstorm Safety and Preparedness

Stay Away From Windows When Lightning Strikes
October 10, 2023, 1:40 pm EDT
While staying inside during a thunderstorm is certainly safer than staying outside, you can still get severely injured if you're not careful.
Why You Shouldn't Ignore Severe Thunderstorm Warnings
October 10, 2023, 1:36 pm EDT
Here are reasons why you should never disregard a severe thunderstorm warning issued by the National Weather Service.
What Is A Derecho? The Science Behind This Widespread Damaging Thunderstorm Danger
October 10, 2023, 1:35 pm EDT
Derechos bring destructive winds that can topple trees and knock out power in widespread areas. Here's what you need to know.
Mesoscale Convective Systems: The Science Behind These Thunderstorm Clusters
October 10, 2023, 1:33 pm EDT
These clusters really stand out on satellite and radar imagery. Here's what they mean.
'Bolts From The Blue' Can Make Lightning A Danger When It's Not Raining
October 10, 2023, 1:30 pm EDT
Thunderstorms that are nearby might not bring pouring rain, but they can still pose a danger.
Hail Damage's Extraordinary Cost
October 10, 2023, 1:26 pm EDT
It may not be top of mind, but hail is a financial headache every year. Here's how costly it is.
What To Do If You Lose Power After A Storm
October 10, 2023, 1:08 pm EDT
Storms can be scary and inconvenient, especially if you lose power during — or right after — one passes overhead.
Everything You Need To Know About Hail Storms
October 10, 2023, 12:54 pm EDT
It’s important to know about hailstorms so you can avoid injury and stay safe during one.
Lightning Safety Tips
October 10, 2023, 12:38 pm EDT
Lightning — it may look cool when you see it streak across the sky, but it's also an incredibly dangerous, unpredictable force of nature. It's hotter than the surface of the sun, and strikes the United States approximately 25 million times a year.
Key Differences Between Straight-Line Winds and Tornadoes
August 23, 2023, 1:46 pm EDT
The wind component of storms are often what make them deadly. Here’s what you should know about two of the most destructive types.