The Thunderous Fear: How Lightning Frightens Both People and Lions Lightning is often seen as a powerful and awe-inspiring natural phenomenon, capable of both stunning beauty and immense danger. Its sudden flashes and loud cracks of thunder can strike fear in both humans and animals alike. While it’s well known that humans experience anxiety during thunderstorms, many are unaware that even the mightiest of predators, such as lions, also feel the effects of lightning. For humans, the fear of ligh