Lightning — Spokane, Washington

2023-05-27 · near George Wright Afb, Spokane, Washington

Event narrative

Lightning struck a tree at the Fairmont Cemetery in Northwest Spokane. Tree was spit in pieces on the ground with wood splinters scattered across the ground. No injuries were reported. Exact time of the lightning strike was estimated.

Wider weather episode

Another Low brought thunderstorms to the region bringing heavy rains and lightning for May 27, 2023.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1104969. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.