Lightning — Salem (c), Virginia

2013-06-26 · near Salem (c), Salem (c), Virginia

$150K

Property damage

Event narrative

Lightning struck a house in the 500 block of Craig Avenue. The strike impacted the electrical system of the house and caused a fire that started in the basement. In addition to damage to the electrical system, the house sustained smoke damage. Firefighting efforts also caused water damage to the house. Damage values are estimated. The two residents in the structure at the time of the strike were able to leave without injury.

Wider weather episode

Storms developed during the afternoon heating period in a moisture laden atmosphere. Some of these storms increased to severe levels and produced damaging winds and large hail.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 463775. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.