Lightning can strike in the same place twice. It's for this reason that readers need to learn how to avoid being in dangerous places during a storm with lightning! While a spectacular weather phenomenon to witness, lightning can cause destruction and even death. Readers learn what causes lightning and other science content regarding the occurrence of lightning, including its connection to rain and thunder. Succinct sidebars add even more detail about specific, real-life lightning events complete with full-color photographs of amazing lightning strikes.