The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Phoenix area through 9:45 p.m. Aug. 26.

Recent fatalities and fires linked to lightning serve as a reminder that no storm should be taken lightly — even if it seems far away.

Thunderstorm safety often comes down to some common sense. Do not go outside or stand under a tree during a thunderstorm. Seek shelter instead of crouching down in a field if there are nearby strikes.

Thunderstorm safety tips Experts suggest that we are far more aware of safety measures for other natural occurring dangers of nature than we are for thunderstorms, though thunderstorms are more ...