Summer is the most dangerous season for lightning, according to the National Weather Service. The agency notes that this period coincides with an increase in water sports and outdoor activities.
These activities are associated with a significant number of lightning-related fatalities, officials said. The weather service urges people to check weather conditions before engaging in outdoor water activities.
Authorities recommend staying indoors or seeking shelter if thunderstorms are forecasted. Safety precautions can help prevent tragedies during the peak of summer storms.
Jon R Myers is the executive editor of Alcorn County News and the founder of the Mississippi News Group, which he started in 2013 to cover communities across North Mississippi. He also founded the Mississippi Sports Group in 2006, which grew from a single community publication into a statewide network covering high school and college athletics. He reports on local government, public safety, schools and community life in Corinth and Alcorn County, working from public meetings, agency records and interviews with the people involved. Contact him at editor@alcornnewsms.com with news tips or corrections. For a correction, include the article link and supporting source material.
Stay connected
Your community. Wherever you are.
Follow Alcorn County News on Facebook for local news from Corinth and across Alcorn County.
