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Hurricane Milton forces NFL, NHL and other sporting events to adjust game plans
Read full article: Hurricane Milton forces NFL, NHL and other sporting events to adjust game plansThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers are planning to relocate to the New Orleans area to prepare for Sunday’s game against the Saints with Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall along Florida’s west coast this week.
NFL’s Buccaneers relocating ahead of hurricane to practice for Sunday’s game at New Orleans
Read full article: NFL’s Buccaneers relocating ahead of hurricane to practice for Sunday’s game at New OrleansThe Tampa Bay Buccaneers are planning to relocate to the New Orleans area to prepare for Sunday’s game against the Saints with Hurricane Milton expected to make landfall along Florida’s west coast this week.
Altamonte Springs teen reflects on being struck by lightning, thanks rescuers
Read full article: Altamonte Springs teen reflects on being struck by lightning, thanks rescuersSurveillance video captured the terrifying moments along New Hope Way, showing him on the ground after the bolt partially struck a nearby tree.
Lightning death toll goes up approaching most active time of year for strikes
Read full article: Lightning death toll goes up approaching most active time of year for strikesThe National Lightning Safety Council has announced another death due to lightning making the fatality count 3 so far this year.
Lightning trade with Predators to bring veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa Bay
Read full article: Lightning trade with Predators to bring veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa BayThe Nashville Predators have traded Ryan McDonagh back to Tampa Bay less than two years after acquiring the veteran defenseman.
These are the most lightning-prone areas in the US. Most are in Florida
Read full article: These are the most lightning-prone areas in the US. Most are in FloridaIn 2023, the Sunshine State had greater “lightning density” — meaning the number of lightning events in a given area — than any other state.
Florida is the nation’s ‘Lightning Capital.’ Here’s how many fatal strikes there have been
Read full article: Florida is the nation’s ‘Lightning Capital.’ Here’s how many fatal strikes there have beenThe vast majority of those struck were men — 85% — while women accounted for approximately 15% of those deaths.
Family sues Seminole County school district after lightning strike kills mom
Read full article: Family sues Seminole County school district after lightning strike kills momThe lawsuit accuses the school board of playing a role in the death of Nicole Tedesco, who was killed after picking up her two daughters from Keeth Elementary School.
16-year-old Florida girl dies after being struck by lightning while hunting with her dad
Read full article: 16-year-old Florida girl dies after being struck by lightning while hunting with her dadBaylee Holbrook, a 16-year-old who was struck by lightning while hunting with her dad in Putnam County, has died.
12-year-old remains hospitalized in Orlando after being struck by lightning
Read full article: 12-year-old remains hospitalized in Orlando after being struck by lightningThe family of a 12-year-old Minnesota girl has remained in Central Florida for several weeks after the girl was struck by lightning.
Woman found dead on sidewalk after reported lightning strike in Florida
Read full article: Woman found dead on sidewalk after reported lightning strike in FloridaThe woman was found dead on a sidewalk in the Bayside Gardens IV complex between the parking area and one of the condominium buildings, officials stated in a release.
‘Her heart had stopped:’ Lake Nona woman hospitalized after lightning strike
Read full article: ‘Her heart had stopped:’ Lake Nona woman hospitalized after lightning strikeTuesday, Rebecca Soto was painting her nails and preparing her outfit for a Beyonce concert in Tampa. She was struck by lightning soon afterward.
Lightning blamed for fire that caused roof collapse of Orange County apartment building
Read full article: Lightning blamed for fire that caused roof collapse of Orange County apartment buildingA fire at an Orange County apartment building caused the roof of the building to partially collapse and forced evacuations Wednesday as crews worked to put it out, according to firefighters.
News 6 meteorologist warns people can get struck by lightning inside their home
Read full article: News 6 meteorologist warns people can get struck by lightning inside their homeWhen you hear thunder or see lightning, most people know to seek cover. But, even once you are indoors, you may still be at risk, depending on what you are doing.
National Lightning Safety Awareness Week begins on Father’s Day
Read full article: National Lightning Safety Awareness Week begins on Father’s DayDuring the summer there are several events held outdoors across the nation including, but not limited to, Independence Day, resulting in large numbers of people outside in the elements.
Man hospitalized after possible lightning strike in Miami-Dade, authorities say
Read full article: Man hospitalized after possible lightning strike in Miami-Dade, authorities sayA man was hospitalized after a possible lightning strike Thursday afternoon in southwest Miami-Dade, according to News 6 partner WPLG-TV.
Worker dies in lightning strike on roof of Deltona house
Read full article: Worker dies in lightning strike on roof of Deltona houseA man in his 20s was killed on a construction site Monday afternoon after coworkers reported he was struck by lightning, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
‘It could save your life:’ Wife warns of weather risk after boater killed by lightning
Read full article: ‘It could save your life:’ Wife warns of weather risk after boater killed by lightningAfter her husband was killed by a lightning strike while on their boat, a West Melbourne woman wants people to take the risk of being outdoors during severe weather seriously.
Brevard County man’s lightning death marks one of the first in US this year
Read full article: Brevard County man’s lightning death marks one of the first in US this yearThe latest National Lightning Safety Council’s lightning-related death report shows two people lost their lives as a result of lightning over the weekend.
Florida officials ID boat captain killed in lightning strike in Brevard
Read full article: Florida officials ID boat captain killed in lightning strike in BrevardA boat captain is dead and another person injured after a suspected lightning strike in Brevard County at Pineda Causeway and US-1, according to Brevard County Fire Rescue.
News 6 meteorologist warns people can get struck by lightning inside their home
Read full article: News 6 meteorologist warns people can get struck by lightning inside their homeWhen you hear thunder or see lightning, most people know to seek cover. But, even once you are indoors, you may still be at risk, depending on what you are doing.
Central Florida is a hot spot for lightning and it can strike in more ways than just one
Read full article: Central Florida is a hot spot for lightning and it can strike in more ways than just oneFlorida was deemed the lightning capital with all four incidents of lightning fatalities happening in central Florida. It can strike in more ways than one.
This area near Disney World is the lightning capital of the US
Read full article: This area near Disney World is the lightning capital of the USThe state of Florida also secured the top spot in the U.S. for total lightning density, with 285 lightning events per square mile, an increase of 27% compared with 2021.
Rower who was hospitalized after lightning strike on Lake Fairview has died, club says
Read full article: Rower who was hospitalized after lightning strike on Lake Fairview has died, club saysA young rower who was hospitalized and placed on life support after a deadly lightning strike during practice on Lake Fairview earlier this month has passed away.
USRowing ‘deeply saddened’ after lightning strike on Lake Fairview leaves 1 student dead, 1 on life support
Read full article: USRowing ‘deeply saddened’ after lightning strike on Lake Fairview leaves 1 student dead, 1 on life supportUSRowing releases a statement after a student was found dead in Lake Fairview in Orlando following a lightning strike.
Merritt Island lightning strike survivors meet first responders who saved their lives
Read full article: Merritt Island lightning strike survivors meet first responders who saved their livesIt was quite the reunion on Thursday for the teens that were struck by lightning earlier this summer in Merritt Island.
20 units impacted when lightning strikes Osprey Links at Hunters Creek Apartments
Read full article: 20 units impacted when lightning strikes Osprey Links at Hunters Creek ApartmentsA reported lightning strike set fire to a Hunter's Creek apartment building, displacing approximately 20 families, according to Orange County Fire Rescue.
Community rallies behind family of mother killed in Winter Springs lightning strike. Here’s how to help
Read full article: Community rallies behind family of mother killed in Winter Springs lightning strike. Here’s how to helpSanford Airport officials are rallying behind one of their officers after his wife was killed and his 10-year-old daughter and their family dog were injured in a lightning strike in Winter Springs.
Vehicle shuts down on highway following lightning strike, troopers say
Read full article: Vehicle shuts down on highway following lightning strike, troopers sayA vehicle became "disabled" Thursday afternoon following reports of a lightning strike near Interstate 95 in Mims, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman dies; teen, child hurt by lightning strike at Trotwood Park in Winter Springs
Read full article: Woman dies; teen, child hurt by lightning strike at Trotwood Park in Winter SpringsA mother died and her child and an 18-year-old woman were hurt after a lightning strike in Winter Springs, according to police.
Maitland police grow beards to support officer injured in home fire
Read full article: Maitland police grow beards to support officer injured in home fireMaitland police are showing their support for an officer who was injured earlier this month in a home fire — one that destroyed nearly everything he owned, according to the Maitland Police Department.
Man dies after being struck by lightning while landscaping in New Smyrna Beach, family says
Read full article: Man dies after being struck by lightning while landscaping in New Smyrna Beach, family saysA man who was struck by lightning while working as a landscaper in New Smyrna Beach has died, according to his family.
‘Hope is the last thing you lose:’ Lightning strike victim’s family faces tough fight
Read full article: ‘Hope is the last thing you lose:’ Lightning strike victim’s family faces tough fightThe family of one of the men hit by lightning in New Smyrna Beach Tuesday said they have been told he’s not likely to survive, but now they’re facing challenges trying to say goodbye to him.
‘Get out of the way:’ New Smyrna Beach firefighters warn about lightning after 2 struck
Read full article: ‘Get out of the way:’ New Smyrna Beach firefighters warn about lightning after 2 struckTwo people were hit by lightning Tuesday in New Smyrna Beach just 30 minutes and two miles apart, according to fire officials.
Lightning strikes landscaper in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials say
Read full article: Lightning strikes landscaper in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials sayA man performing landscaping work in a New Smyrna Beach neighborhood was sent to the hospital Tuesday after being struck by lightning, according to the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department.
Here’s what you should know to stay safe from lightning
Read full article: Here’s what you should know to stay safe from lightningThe National Weather Service started Lightning Safety Awareness Week in 2001 to call attention to the dangers of lightning in an effort to lower the deaths and injuries caused by lightning strikes.
Stamkos scores twice, Lightning beat Rangers 2-1 in Game 6
Read full article: Stamkos scores twice, Lightning beat Rangers 2-1 in Game 6Steven Stamkos scored two goals and the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning are headed to the Stanley Cup Final for the third straight year after beating the New York Rangers 2-1 in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference final.
Florida and Texas lead nation in new lightning data release
Read full article: Florida and Texas lead nation in new lightning data releaseNew lightning data released show Florida and Texas leading the nation in lightning statistics. Florida still reigns the leader in the most lightning density per square mile and had the most fatalities in 2021.
Weird weather: Strong thunderstorms can create ‘jellyfish’ lightning phenomena
Read full article: Weird weather: Strong thunderstorms can create ‘jellyfish’ lightning phenomenaOften called jellyfish sprites, this type of lightning is a transient luminous event that happens above a thunderstorm unlike the lightning seen in Florida's afternoon summer storms.
PHOTOS: Florida lightning strike sends road debris through truck windshield
Read full article: PHOTOS: Florida lightning strike sends road debris through truck windshieldLightning struck Interstate 10 in Walton County sending asphalt through the windshield of a moving pickup truck, according to firefighters
Virus concerns hit Dallas, Columbus as NHL season looms
Read full article: Virus concerns hit Dallas, Columbus as NHL season loomsThe NHL said Friday that six Dallas Stars players and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19 in a development that will push back the opener for the defending Western Conference champions by nearly a week. Dallas had been set to open the season Jan. 14 at Florida. The Dallas players and staff are self-isloating and the team’s training facilities were closed for the next several days amid contact tracing. The Canadian division cleared its final hurdle Friday when Manitoba announced it will allow the Winnipeg Jets to play home games during the pandemic. Players and team staff will be restricted to the hotel and rink when on the road, among other protocols.
Caught on camera: Trooper nearly struck by lightning
Read full article: Caught on camera: Trooper nearly struck by lightningBRISTOW, Okla. A highway patrol trooper in Oklahoma was nearly in the wrong place at the wrong time. Video shared by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol shows a lightning bolt striking the ground just feet away from the trooper. The trooper was assisting a driver at the same time a strong line of storms moved in last Thursday. Video of the close call has been shared thousands of times on social media. The trooper and the driver he was helping were not hurt.