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lightning in city
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lightning on lake
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Inside This Article
1. 
Introduction to How Lightning Works
2. 
Electrical Storms
3. 
Air Ionization
4. 
Step Leaders
5. 
Positive Streamers and Exploding Air
6. 
Multiple Strikes
7. 
Types of Strikes and Types of Lightning
8. 
Lightning Rods
9. 
Lightning Safety
10. 
Lightning Pictures
11. 
Lots More Information
12. 
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Inside This Article
1. 
Introduction to How Lightning Works
2. 
Electrical Storms
3. 
Air Ionization
4. 
Step Leaders
5. 
Positive Streamers and Exploding Air
6. 
Multiple Strikes
7. 
Types of Strikes and Types of Lightning
8. 
Lightning Rods
9. 
Lightning Safety
10. 
Lightning Pictures
11. 
Lots More Information
12. 
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