Lightning — Berks, Pennsylvania

1998-05-25 · near Breezy Corner, Berks, Pennsylvania

Wider weather episode

A 37-year-old male was struck and killed by lightning at the Golden Oakes Golf Course in Ruscombmanor Township in Berks County. The gentleman was leaving for shelter on the fourth hole of the golf course when lightning struck him in the face.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5660097. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.