Damian Moran, 14 Jun
AN WOMAN was hospitalised on Tuesday after being struck by lightning
inside her home in the midlands.
The terrifying incident reportedly happened during one of the powerful
thunderstorms that swept over the country on Tuesday.
Offaly forecaster Cathal Nolan posted about the incident on Ireland's
Weather Channel wishing the woman a speedy recovery after her
'terrifying ordeal'.
He sent a message of thanks to the quick thinking health professionals
at the doctor's surgery in Birr for their rapid treatment in what was
their first ever lightning strike case.
He added that the powerful storms are a reminder of the sheer force of
nature and the destructive potential of severe thunderstorms.
He continued, "Lightning, large hail, strong winds and even tornadoes
were all reported in yesterday’s storms. Thunderstorms will again
develop today, though more so across the west and southwest of the
country where they again could be severe. More widespread storms are
possible tomorrow and Friday."
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The Kildare Weather Facebook page is reporting that the woman was hit
by lightening inside her home.
Relaying a message from a follower, the post states that the lightning
struck the outside tap and traveled in to the sink and she was making a
cup of coffee and it struck her. It details how the lightning burnt
through her shoes which luckily had rubber soles.