A dramatic and chilling video capturing the exact moment a man was struck by lightning while filming a thunderstorm on a Cincinnati-area golf course has gone viral, serving as a stark reminder of Mother Nature’s raw power.
The incident occurred Friday, August 7, 2026, as storms rolled through the Cincinnati, Ohio region. In the footage, the man appears to be standing near large trees on the course, with a golf cart visible in the distance under rainy, foggy conditions. Suddenly, a brilliant flash erupts, the camera violently jerks, and the video captures the chaotic aftermath as the man is hit in the arm.
Meteorologist Matt Devitt, who shared the video on social media, called it “one of the craziest videos I’ve ever seen.” He confirmed that the man was struck on the arm but is recovering from what was described as a non-life-threatening injury.
The survivor later told Devitt he feels “unbelievably lucky” to have made it through the ordeal.
“Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!” Devitt urged in his post, crediting the original video to Chris S.The clip has sparked widespread discussion and renewed safety warnings from weather experts. Golf courses can be particularly hazardous during storms due to open spaces and the temptation for players or bystanders to seek shelter under trees, something safety data shows has contributed to a significant share of golf-related lightning fatalities in past years.
Lightning strikes remain one of the most unpredictable forces of nature, capable of delivering millions of volts in an instant. Experts consistently advise that if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck and should immediately move to a sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle.
The man in the video is said to be recovering, a fortunate outcome that many online commenters noted could easily have ended far differently. The footage stands as a powerful, real-time illustration of why ignoring storm warnings can turn a routine outing into a life-altering event in the blink of an eye.
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