Lightning Costs and Losses from Attributed Sources

 

Compiled in April 2008 by the National Lightning Safety Institute:

Accurate information about lightning-caused damage is elusive. However, our research suggests realistic U.S. lightning costs and losses may exceed $5 to $6 billion per year. Only sporadic reporting of costs in other countries is available. Verifiable topical sources that discuss lightning consequences include:

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