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Lightning UK — Lightning Strikes: UK Fights Back Against Nature's Fury (featured)
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Lightning Strikes: UK Fights Back Against Nature’s Fury

The UK is bracing for yet another summer of devastating Lightning strikes, with experts warning that the country's measures to mitigate the risks are insufficient.

27 Jun 2026 · 17:22 GMT 1 minute ago

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