Palm Tree Catches Fire After Lightning Strike in Arizona

A palm tree burst into flames after it was hit by lightning in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Thursday, August 4, according to reports from the scene.

Monsoon storms hit Phoenix, bringing heavy rain, thunder, and lightning to the area on the morning of Thursday, August 4, according to local news reports.

Video posted by Taylor Daml shows a palm tree burning as the wind blows glowing embers despite the rain. Daml said he captured this footage shortly after lightning hit near Old Town Scottsdale. He joked it was a “pretty relaxing way to wake up…” Credit: Taylor Daml via Storyful

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