Lightning Strikes Historic USS North Carolina Amid Southern Heat Dome
A dramatic lightning strike was captured on camera hitting the bow of the USS North Carolina in Wilmington, North Carolina. This event occurred as a heat dome continues to grip the southern United States, bringing extreme temperatures and weather instability to the region. The lightning strike highlights the volatile conditions associated with the ongoing heat wave. Additionally, other weather phenomena are being reported globally, including volcanic activity at Mount Etna in Italy and destructive wildfires in eastern Oregon. Severe storms in Ohio have also caused significant damage, including flipping vehicles on highways.