9 Striking Facts About Lightning

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9Lightning Strikes the Earth About 100 Times Every Second

Lightning is a frequent visitor to our planet. On average, the Earth experiences about 100 lightning strikes every second, translating to roughly 8 million strikes per day. This high frequency underscores the immense energy and dynamism of lightning storms.

The vast majority of these strikes occur in thunderstorms, but lightning can also occur in volcanic eruptions, dust storms, and even within hurricanes.

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