dry lightning
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Some of California’s largest recorded blazes have started with dry lightning strikes, including the August Complex fire, which in 2020 became the state’s first to burn more than a million acres.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
While more storms and moisture could help quell blazes, there is also the chance that a dry lightning storm could spark them, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 16, 2026
With the upcoming shower/thunderstorm chances, the most hazardous impacts Wed into early Thur will be dry lightning & localized strong winds.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2025
Forecasters say the storms could bring localized winds, flooding, debris flows and the chance for dry lightning, which could spark fires.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2025
Meteorologists say the biggest concern is dry lightning starting a fire, but there’s also a chance for flash flooding and debris flows.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2025
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