Fact Sheet: Thunder and Lightning Fact Sheet

January 5th, 2023

This fact sheet describes the mechanics of thunder and lightning with a focus on dry lightning which increases fire risk and how to avoid and respond to lightning strikes.

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Author:
Susan Kocher

University of California, CA

Hazard:

Thunderstorms

Focus:

Public Information and Warning

Phase:

Prevention, Recovery, Response

Institution:

University of California

Program Area:

EDEN

Content Type:

Fact Sheet