Lightning — Asotin, Washington

2016-08-07 · near Asotin, Asotin, Washington

Event narrative

A report of lightning causing a house fire in Asotin, WA at 9am on August 7th was received through social media.

Wider weather episode

A low pressure system moved through Washington and brought substantial thunderstorms to the area. Reports were received of damage caused by the lightning.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 642265. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.