Lightning in Bronx County, New York
Lightning August 12, 2021 · Bronx County, New York
Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.
What the National Weather Service wrote
Six people were struck by lightning at Orchard Beach. They were all transported to the hospital. One of them, a 13-year-old boy died due to his injuries.
The wider storm
A low pressure trough in a hot and humid air mass triggered severe thunderstorms across Southeastern New York.
Began near Wakefield (40.8674, -73.7929).
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 978034. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.
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