A journalist’s phone captures a lightning strike 80 feet away. What the video reveals about lightning science, climate change, and why you should never stand outside with your phone during a storm.
New research reveals lightning can strike the same spot up to 10 times during a single storm. Discover what this means for safety, infrastructure, and climate change.
A stationary storm over Fenton, MO produced 47 lightning strikes in 8 minutes on June 11, 2026. Meteorologists analyze the data and safety lessons for St. Louis residents.