‘Check the weather:’ Orlando doctor issues lightning safety warning after deadly Central Florida strikes

ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is living up to its nickname.

Historically known as the “Lightning Capital” of the United States, Florida leads the nation in lightning-related deaths — and recent weeks have served as a deadly reminder of that reality.

In July, lightning struck a Flagler County mother’s home while she was holding her baby and a phone plugged into the wall, blowing them both backward…

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