Lightning — Stevens, Washington

2022-07-03 · near Chewelah, Stevens, Washington

Event narrative

Lightning severely damaged several power poles, downed wires, and ignited a fire on a tree in Chewelah. Time estimated based on dispatch reports and radar.

Wider weather episode

A slow moving low moved through the region over July 3 through July 5. It carried ample moisture and instability to produce several rounds of thunderstorms and heavy rains. The thunderstorms produced hail, high winds, and lightning. The heavy rains created flash flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1049379. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.