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Does heat lightning touch the ground during a storm?

Heat lightning does not touch the ground during a storm. It is a type of lightning that occurs high in the sky and is often seen in the distance, appearing as a flickering glow without thunder.


Does heat lightning touch the ground?

Heat lightning is a term used to describe lightning that is seen from a distant thunderstorm but is too far away for the accompanying thunder to be heard. It does not have its own unique characteristics and does indeed touch the ground like any other lightning strike.


Why does lightning touch ground on the mainland but not in the pacific islands?

The water is a better ground than land, so it finds the water near the islands


What is it called when lightning strikes the ground?

Static discharge is causes the spark that is seen when electricity in a thunderhead discharges. The most common name for this type of spark or discharge is lightening.


Is lightning a noun?

Yes. It's a concrete noun because you can see/touch it... Not that you would want to touch it...


What precautions should be taken when dealing with lightning that doesn't touch the ground?

When dealing with lightning that doesn't touch the ground, it is important to seek shelter indoors or in a hard-topped metal vehicle to avoid being struck. Avoid open areas, tall objects, and bodies of water. Do not use electronic devices or plumbing during a thunderstorm.


Does lightning travel from the ground up?

Yes, lightning typically travels from the ground up.


Does lightning start from the ground or from the clouds?

Lightning typically starts from the clouds and travels towards the ground.


Does lightning come up from the ground during a thunderstorm?

No, lightning does not come up from the ground during a thunderstorm. Lightning typically originates from the clouds and strikes downward towards the ground.


Does lightning strike from the ground up or from the sky down?

Lightning typically strikes from the sky down to the ground.


How does lightning strike from the ground up?

Lightning can appear to strike from the ground up due to a phenomenon called a "positive lightning strike." This occurs when a positive charge builds up on the ground, attracting the negatively charged lightning bolt. The bolt then appears to travel upward from the ground to the cloud.


Why is lighting strike so close to the ground here?

because (fork lightning in particular) lightning starts on the ground!