In an extraordinary stroke of luck, a woman in West Virginia captured the exact moment lightning struck a tree — a split-second event most people never witness, let alone photograph.
The stunning image, snapped by Danny Danya, froze nature’s raw power in a single brilliant flash. The bolt appears to tear straight through the trunk, illuminating the storm-darkened sky and sending shockwaves of light across the frame.
Witnesses say the strike was so loud it shook nearby homes.
Local residents and weather enthusiasts are calling the photograph “one of the most incredible lightning shots ever taken in the state.”
Storm experts agree: catching a direct lightning strike on camera is extremely rare, especially without specialized equipment.
The photo has since gone viral, with viewers awestruck by both the timing and the sheer intensity of nature captured in one unforgettable moment.
