Lightning in Daniels County, Montana

Lightning June 30, 2023 · Daniels County, Montana

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Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

A trained spotter reported a direct lightning strike on a new series model tractor. The lightning strike fried the electronics and smoke was seen rising from the tractor cab.

The wider storm

Daytime heating combined with a nearby stationary front, caused a few strong thunderstorms to develop over northeast Montana.

Began near Flaxville (48.5900, -105.1200).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1099069. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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