In the U.S., there are typically 20-25 million cloud-to-ground lightning flashes each year. Knowing the dangers of lightning ...

Upon arrival, there was no active fire, but crews observed damage the home sustained from a lightning strike. A 1′ x 1′ section of the roof and the brick chimney had been damaged. The home’s ...

Heavy rain and strong winds caused problems across the region, such as power outages, fallen trees and flooding. The threat of severe thunderstorms had many areas, including Hampton Roads, under a ...