Lightning in Monsoon: Why and How It Forms – A Deadly Threat | Podcast EP-34

In this episode of the Skymet Podcast, AVM (Retd.) G.P. Sharma delves into one of the most dangerous and deadly natural phenomena — lightning. This topic was selected based on audience suggestions, as incidents of lightning strikes rise sharply during the pre-monsoon season, often resulting in significant loss of life and property.After earthquakes, lightning is considered one of the deadliest natural disasters. It is an electromagnetic phenomenon caused by an imbalance of electrical charges between clouds and the ground, leading to flashes of lightning and thunder. Did you know over 100 lightning strikes occur every second across the globe?This episode also highlights lightning-prone regions in India such as Jharkhand, Bihar, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, and Northeast India.Tune in to understand why lightning strikes, how it forms, and how to stay safe.