In 2008, 28 deaths from lightning were recorded, which is the lowest number of deaths recorded ever, and well below the average. (45 deaths-2007) (48 deaths-2006) Four deaths from lightning in 4 states has been recorded thus far in 2009 by the National Weather Service. So which state led the nation in lightning related incidents in 2008? Full details: http://www.examiner.com/x-5181-Jackson-Wea...m5d30-Lightning
Just one year ago, Mississippi was in the midst of a record year for tornadoes. Sixty-eight tornadoes were confirmed from January to mid May 2008. Full Details: Tornadoes above average
On Sunday, May 3, a significant windstorm called a derecho, swept across 5 states, knocking down trees and powerlines across the South.
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http://www.examiner.com/x-5181-Jackson-Wea...cross-the-South