Lightning — Weld, Colorado
2009-06-05 · near Evans, Weld, Colorado
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
A man was killed by lightning while crossing an open field. The victim was struck behind the right ear; the bolt then exited out both of his ankles.
Wider weather episode
A severe thunderstorm produced a gust to 66 mph in northern Weld County. In addition, a lightning strike killed a man in Evans. A strong thunderstorm produced hail up to the size of nickels in Denver.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 165689. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.