Lightning — Cass, Michigan

2024-05-07 · near Sandy Shores, Cass, Michigan

Event narrative

Ramona Skating Rink was struck by lightning, caught fire, then burned to the ground according to broadcast media.

Wider weather episode

Thunderstorms produced severe tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind gusts on the afternoon and evening of May 7. The largest hail stone reported was 4 inches in diameter.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1167145. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.