Lightning — Marion, Indiana

2006-06-22 · near New Augusta, Marion, Indiana

Event narrative

Six firefighters stowing equipment after a training exercise were indirectly struck by lightning. None of the injuries were life threatening.

Wider weather episode

A series of severe thunderstorms pounded central Indiana on 23 June 2006, continuing a period of active weather for the area. Widespread wind damage and large hail occurred, with isolated areas of flash flooding caused by extremely heavy rain.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5514174. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.