Almost 300 lightning strikes hit the Illawarra during storm’s fury

According to reports, a severe storm hit the Illawarra region on the evening of Tuesday, August 22, resulting in nearly 300 lightning strikes in close proximity to Albion Park. The majority of the strikes occurred in areas such as Dapto, Port Kembla, Shellharbour, and towards the Southern Highlands.

The storm’s intensity and the frequency of these lightning strikes have caused concern among the local residents and raised awareness about the potential dangers associated with thunderstorms. The Illawarra region experienced a significant electrical activity during this particular weather event.

With such a high number of lightning strikes occurring within a 25-kilometer radius of Albion Park, it is evident that the storm was quite intense and caused substantial electrical activity in the area. Lightning is a natural phenomenon that can be both mesmerizing and dangerous, and it is essential to take appropriate precautions during thunderstorms.

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