Global warming behind increasing lightning strikes, say experts
Experts suggest that global warming is behind the increase in lightning strikes, as hotter temperatures combined with rain lead to more intense thunderstorms and lightning. The residents of Lucknow, India experienced a harrowing night of lightning and thunder, with the weatherman reporting lightning for 11.5 hours intermittently. The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology is studying lightning characteristics to help reduce losses due to lightning strikes.
Source: hindustantimes.com