Local lightning-flash counter

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-007014",
  "term": "Local lightning-flash counter",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "An instrument designed to detect and count lightning flashes within a specified radius of its location. It operates by sensing the electromagnetic radiation produced by a lightning discharge, typically registering a count when the signal exceeds a preset threshold. These counters provide data on the frequency of lightning activity in a particular area for climatological studies and operational warnings.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/local-lightning-flash-counter/"
}