As particles rub together from wind friction in a thunderstorm, the charges separate and static electricity develops. The negative charges or electrons separate to the bottom of the thunderstorm, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Lightning is as beautiful as it is deadly. It also passes gas. Well ...

Half a million bolts of lightning hit the ground in Colorado each year. And when a thunderstorm is moving through southern Colorado, you'll see the First Alert 5 team showing you those lightning ...

We have heard the saying: 'April showers brings May flowers.' This proverb leaves out the critical role of lightning. Lightning is often seen as a destructive force, sparking wildfires and causing ...