Outdoor summer activities require increased lightning awareness

Today is the first day of summer, which means more bike rides, family picnics, playing baseball in the park, and an urgent refresher course on the risks of being struck by lightning. Meteorologist Marvin Percha at the National Weather Service office in Johnston, says this is Lightning Safety Awareness Week. “Of course, we’re going into the […]

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Donald Schmitt, 92, Storm Lake

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