Lightning — Lake, Colorado

2007-08-19 · near Twin Lakes, Lake, Colorado

Wider weather episode

A hiker was struck by lightning on the southeast face of Mt. Elbert near treeline. He was treated at the scene by a doctor, complaining of being sore.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 56839. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.