Kayaker killed on Blackwater River is Florida's first lightning death this year

Florida's first lightning-related death of the year happened on the rain-swollen Blackwater River, claiming the life of an 18 ...

Lightning risk is about to ramp up in Florida. Here’s how to stay safe.

Florida leads the nation in lightning fatalities. Here’s how to stay safe as lightning activity picks up this rainy season.
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Firefighters knock down Stuart house fire possibly caused by lightning strike

All occupants are safe after firefighters knocked down a Stuart house fire possibly caused by lightning, officials said.
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Florida house fire likely caused by lightning strike, closes road

St. Lucie Boulevard is closed in both directions at Southeast Fox Lane while crews extinguish a residential fire.
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These Are the U.S. States Where You’re Most Likely to Be Struck by Lightning, According to New Data

A new analysis highlights Florida, Texas, and Colorado as the most at risk—especially during summer storms.
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Lightning May Have Sparked Devastating Fire at University of South Florida in St. Petersburg

A powerful thunderstorm passed through St. Petersburg and officials believe lightning struck the University of South Florida Marine Science Lab, resulting in significant damage. The fire that ...
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Carnival ship catches fire at sea after possible lightning strike

The Carnival Freedom cruise ship is returning to port in Florida after it may have been struck by lightning, igniting a massive fire in its exhaust funnel. Separately, authorities are investigating an ...