Why Florida Lightning Threatens Orlando And Disney

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Orlando experienced 414,000 lightning strikes last year, contributing to Florida’s statewide total of 13 million. Drawing from data by X Weather, he explains that Florida’s unique atmospheric conditions make it highly prone to intense lightning activity. The risks are significant enough to force temporary closures at major attractions like Disneyland and Universal Studios.