Lightning — Somerset, Maryland

2022-07-21 · near Princess Anne, Somerset, Maryland

Event narrative

Lightning struck a field, causing a wildfire.

Wider weather episode

A weak upper level trough moved into Maryland during the afternoon on July 21. This resulted in the development of scattered severe thunderstorms which produced gusty winds.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1046005. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.