An MLive reader has a question about why the thunder earlier this week was so loud and lasted a long time. There are two valid reasons. Elizabeth emailed me asking, “A couple days ago the storms we ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Many Central Texans were likely awakened by the loud thunder from storms rolling through overnight. But have you ever wondered why thunder can sound different? A crack versus a rumble?

ST. LOUIS — Many people, especially in the Brentwood area, reported exceptionally loud thunder that lasted longer than usual in the pre-dawn hours Wednesday. Turns out, in certain weather situations, ...

No, there wasn't an earthquake -- but powerful thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail across the Chicago area may have made things sound and feel like there was. "Was anyone else just woken up by some ...

#meditation #rainsounds #relaxing Sounds of a summer rain with calming views of rain. Great for relaxation, falling asleep, or just for a meloncholy day. Relax for half an hour and be ready to take on ...

OR MAYBE THE LIVING ROOM IS STARTING TO SMELL UP WITH WHAT YOU’RE COOKING. YOU GOT FAMILY COMING INTO TOWN. A GREAT WEEKEND AHEAD FOR YOU. LET’S TALK ABOUT WEATHER IMPACTS BECAUSE IF YOUR KIDS IF YOUR ...

• I think it's caused by storm clouds crashing together. They are like . . . in a fight. • Thunder follows lightning. It's an echo to lightning which really doesn't have a sound at all. Ruby Kollman, ...

Thunder is produced by lightning. A lightning bolt heats the air through which it travels to about 50,000 degrees. This rapid heating, followed by rapid cooling, creates sound waves which, when they ...