Weathering the Storm - lightning
Why lightning is an unpredictable power that can cause great havoc
Why lightning is an unpredictable power that can cause great havoc. Lightning can cause forest fires, explosions and even death. The second in a series on the world's most extreme weather a look at how lightening forms in the first place, what happens when you get struck by lightning and how can you prevent it?
Picture: Lightning bolt, Credit: Thinkstock
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