Lightning — Grand, Colorado

2006-07-03 · near Granby, Grand, Colorado

Event narrative

A man was hit in the head by lightning while golfing at the Grand Elk Ranch and Golf Club golf course in Granby. His clothes were completely blown off by the blast and his body turned purple. His wife performed CPR immediately and was able to resuscitate him.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5528299. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.