National Weather Service Lightning Fatalities in 2026: 4
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There have been 4 reported lightning fatalities in 2026. Various weather alerts and storms have been reported in different locations, including Utah, South Carolina, and Florida. The incidents highlight the danger of lightning strikes, with Florida being particularly prone to such fatalities.
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The Salt Lake Tribune·2d ago2
Rock Hill Herald·Jul 133
National Weather Service (.gov)·Apr 174
The State·Jul 115
Raleigh News & Observer·Jul 76
Tallahassee Democrat·Jul 117
WBAY·Jun 238
Daytona Beach News-Journal·Jun 24