Dry lightning can spark wildfires even when conditions are wet, according to a new study.

Dry lightning has sparked some of the most destructive, costly wildfires in modern California history, a new study shows.

AI could improve lightning forecasts to help prepare for potential wildfires, improve safety warnings, and create more accurate long-range climate models.

How did life on Earth start? Researchers say it could've been billions and billions of lightning strikes unleashing the planet's phosphorus.

With unusual lightning storms sparking intense wildfires engulfing California, experts warn that rising temperatures will make the situation worse.

Superbolts, which are far more powerful than regular lightning, strike over oceans between November and February. A new map shows where they hit most.

Scientists have figured out how to use lightning signals from thousands of miles away to prevent hackers from sabotaging critical infrastructures.