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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

'All of a sudden, kaboom!' Why lightning is so terrifying on California's highest peaks

Monsoon lightning on high Sierra peaks created sudden surrounding strikes and hail, making exposed summits like Mt. Whitney extremely hazardous for hikers and sparking wildfires.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Heat wave gives way to late-summer thunderstorms as California's extreme weather continues

"This one has quite a bit of energy with it," Lewis said. "There is definitely concern for fire starts due to lightning strikes. I think lightning and wind are the biggest concerns right now."
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fromZDNET
1 month ago

This Ai-driven robotic cleaner revitalized my pool after a messy storm

The top of the longleaf pine tree exploded into fragments after being struck by lightning, sending debris flying into the backyard and pool, causing significant cleanup.
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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
4 months ago

Anticipate strong thunderstorms in Yosemite Sunday afternoon gusts as high as 40 mph

Residents are advised to seek shelter due to strong thunderstorms forecasted for Yosemite Valley and surrounding areas, with warnings of gusty winds and deadly lightning.
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Boston Bruins
fromMiami Herald
4 months ago

Stanley Cup playoffs live updates: Florida Panthers vs Tampa Bay Lightning, Game 4

The outcome of the upcoming game significantly impacts the Stanley Cup playoffs series between the Panthers and Lightning.
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fromLighthouse Hockey
4 months ago

NHL Playoff News: The good series are good, the others...are also on TV

NHL playoffs feature pivotal matchups tonight, with both the Lightning aiming to even their series and the Oilers making a significant comeback.
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fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Lightning strikes usually kill trees. This one just grows stronger

Some tropical trees, like Dipteryx oleifera, can not only survive lightning strikes but benefit from them by removing competition and parasites.
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