Sheet lightning is Cloud to Cloud where Lightning is Cloud to Ground.
No they mostly strike the US but lightning strikes everywhere
Florida has more lightning strikes than New Mexico, as it is known as the lightning capital of the United States due to its frequent thunderstorms and high lightning activity.
When lightning appears as small bursts in a dotted line, it is often referred to as "sheet lightning." This phenomenon occurs when the lightning strikes within a cloud or between clouds, illuminating the surrounding area rather than creating a direct strike to the ground. The dotted appearance can result from multiple, rapid discharges happening in quick succession, creating a flickering effect. This type of lightning is typically less dangerous than cloud-to-ground strikes but can still indicate severe weather conditions.
Earthquakes have caused more deaths than hurricanes, and hurricanes have caused more deaths than lightning.
When lightning strikes within one cloud, it is called intra-cloud lightning. This type of lightning occurs when the electric charge within a cloud becomes unbalanced and discharges within the same cloud, rather than traveling to the ground or to another cloud.
There are three factors in lightning strikes. These are height, isolation, and shape. Higher structures will be more susceptible to lightning strikes than shorter ones.
No they mostly strike the US but lightning strikes everywhere
Sheet lightning, or more accurately intracloud lightning is the same as lightning that hits the ground, the only difference is that it is within the cloud. They are no different apart from that. They are the exact same thing, except one would take a different path. They are both dangerous.
Positive lightning strikes are more powerful and have a higher voltage than negative lightning strikes. They also tend to last longer and travel greater distances. Negative lightning strikes are more common and typically have a lower voltage. Both types of lightning strikes can cause damage and pose a risk to people and property.
Florida has more lightning strikes than New Mexico, as it is known as the lightning capital of the United States due to its frequent thunderstorms and high lightning activity.
When lightning appears as small bursts in a dotted line, it is often referred to as "sheet lightning." This phenomenon occurs when the lightning strikes within a cloud or between clouds, illuminating the surrounding area rather than creating a direct strike to the ground. The dotted appearance can result from multiple, rapid discharges happening in quick succession, creating a flickering effect. This type of lightning is typically less dangerous than cloud-to-ground strikes but can still indicate severe weather conditions.
Florida has more lightning strikes than any other state.
lightning strikes
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Weeping willow trees are not necessarily more prone to lightning strikes than other types of trees. However, their tall, slender branches and high moisture content may make them slightly more susceptible to damage from lightning strikes. It's always a good idea to avoid seeking shelter under a tree during a thunderstorm.
It's called in-cloud or cloud-to-cloud lightning.
lightning strikes all the time so probably no more than 5 minutes ago.