Lightning — Vermilion, Louisiana

2021-05-17 · near Gueydan, Vermilion, Louisiana

Event narrative

Lightning struck a transformer resulting in a fire of a near by tree and fence.

Wider weather episode

A cold front moved in and stalled while multiple upper level disturbances moved through. High moisture levels and ample lift provided a few days of flooding and severe thunderstorms.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 960703. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.