Lightning in Weld County, Colorado
Lightning June 5, 2009 · Weld County, Colorado
Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.
What the National Weather Service wrote
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.
The wider storm
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.
Began near Evans (40.3800, -104.6800).
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 165689. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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