Lightning in Presque Isle County, Michigan

Lightning August 19, 2016 · Presque Isle County, Michigan

Death

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

A 21 year old woman from Grand Rapids was struck by lightning while working as a life guard. She passed away two days later.

Scattered thunderstorms developed over northeast lower and eastern upper Michigan. One individual was struck and killed by lightning.

Began near Erand Lake (45.3300, -83.5600).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 658547. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

See every tornado that passed near a place you know, measured to its path.