Superior lightning strike detection, anywhere The trusted leader in providing reference grade lightning detection data, software, and systems, enabling you to operate efficiently and safely, or build robust forecast models. 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance Precision Lightning Networks Precision Lightning Networks With an increasing demand to understand ever-changing meteorological phenomena, the need to dig deeper into weather data to make well-informed decisions is stronger than ever. Vaisala provides the best accuracy through top quality and highly precise lightning detection networks, visualization tools and network management. Image LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ADVANCED LIGHTNING SENSOR Real-time lightning detection & data Real-time lightning detection & data Image For more than 30 years, Vaisala has created the most accurate lightning detection products and services. Our customers trust Vaisala technology to help them make critical operational and safety decisions based on real-time storm and lightning data. Whatever your needs, the Vaisala team can help you create your own monitoring network or leverage the power of our real-time global lightning data. Applications include: Warning for personnel safety Analysis for Asset Damage and Wildfire Meteorology and Forecasting Severe Weather Find out more about Vaisala's Xweather products Warning for personnel safety Warning for personnel safety Image Worker safety and operational efficiency represent chief priorities for most organizations. When it comes to severe weather threats and disruptions, Vaisala offers a reliable, comprehensive, and streamlined way to maximize both safety and operational efficiency. Find out more about Vaisala's Xweather products Analysis for asset damage and wildfire Analysis for asset damage and wildfire Image Hundreds of billions of dollars of damage globally each year from thunderstorms alone. At least 1/3 of power outages are caused by thunderstorms, and lightning causes the majority of wildfire acreage burned. Vaisala provides accurate and reliable lightning data to support organizations in power transmission and wind energy, and helps land and forestry agencies manage the impact of thunderstorms. Find out more about Vaisala's Xweather products Optimizing the wind energy life cycle Optimizing the wind energy life cycle Image Lightning is among the most under-addressed risks in wind energy. From construction and turbine selection to operational continuity, crucial decisions are affected by a site’s daily and long-term lightning patterns. Vaisala’s lightning solutions are optimized for the most important needs and use cases in wind energy. They rely on the best lightning detection networks anywhere, and each is easy to integrate into existing systems for quick, reliable value. EXPLORE LIGHTNING SOLUTIONS FOR WIND ENERGY Contact Us Contact our industry experts to see Vaisala’s real-time and historical lightning data, software solutions, or receive lightning alerts near you, anywhere in the world. We’re here to help! Contact Us Solutions for Precision Lightning Networks Advanced Total Lightning Sensor LS7002 Detects cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning with high detection efficiency and excellent location accuracy. It uses combined technology and provides large area coverage with fewer sensors leading to lower lifetime network ownership costs. LEARN MORE Total Lightning Processor Total Lightning Processor processes data from Vaisala’s low frequency (LF) sensors providing lightning location solutions for greater than 90% of cloud-to-ground (CG) and 50% of cloud (IC) lightning flashes. LEARN MORE IRIS Focus With IRIS Focus, Vaisala is leading the evolution of remote sensing software to provide the user with a comprehensive view to help better understand storms, other adverse weather events and storm predictions and analyses. LEARN MORE Software and Data as a Service National Lightning Detection Network Detect more real-time lightning events than any other network with unrivaled location accuracy and detection efficiency that covers the entire continental U.S. LEARN MORE Global Lightning Detection Network GLD360 Lightning data-as-a-service with unmatched detection efficiency and location accuracy for storm monitoring in even the most remote locations. LEARN MORE Thunderstorm Manager Monitor and alert on potential lightning threats anywhere, anytime and from any device with this cloud-based storm monitoring application. LEARN MORE Resources REPORT Annual Lightning Report Supported by more than three decades of unparalleled data history, detection accuracy, and analytical capabilities, the 2022 report is Vaisala’s most comprehensive lightning report to date. READ THE REPORT INTERACTIVE MAP Global Lightning Density Map You can find out more about lightning around the globe by visiting the fascinating new global total lightning density map from Vaisala. Never before has it been possible to reliably compare lightning on a national basis everywhere. ACCESS THE MAP Meteorology Newsletter Sign Up Stay up to date with the latest Meteorology products, trends, events and information that is relevant to you. SIGN UP TODAY
2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance
