5. When and where do they occur? Thunderstorms happen all year long but mainly in the spring and summer. Thunderstorms in the U.S.A are more common in the midwestern and southern states. Especially COMMON in Florida!
7. Tips on how to stay safe during thunderstorm: Watch the weather Count the time between the thunder and lightning: If the time is 30 seconds or less, the lightning is close enough to be a threat. Take shelter when storm is confirmed Stay in safe place for at least 30 minutes after the last flash of lightning. Keep an emergency kit in your house f the time is 30 seconds or less, the lightning is close enough to be a threat and you should take shelter. 30 minutes!