The remains of the redwood tree at 1430 Holly St., before it was cut down, on April 1, 2014. Photo: Neil Mishalov A clean-up operation was underway today after a giant redwood tree in North-West Berkeley exploded after being struck by lightning during a storm on Monday, sending large chunks of wood flying all over […]
Lightning strikes
Posted inNature
Woman, 31, struck by lightning in South Berkeley
Emily Davis, who was struck by lightning in Berkeley on March 31, 2014. Photo: courtesy Emily Davis Emily Davis was struck by lightning in Berkeley on Monday while crossing the road during a dramatic storm. Although she was shaken and suffered some after-effects, Davis was not seriously injured. However the experience, she said, has left […]
Posted inCrime & Safety
Lightning strikes Berkeley tree, sends wood chunks flying
This redwood tree at Holly and Buena was struck by lightning and “exploded” according to neighbors and authorities on the scene. Photo: Kat McGowan This redwood tree at Holly and Buena was struck by lightning and “exploded” according to neighbors and authorities on the scene. Photo: Kat McGowan A giant redwood tree in North Berkeley […]
Posted inNature
Lightning strikes Bay Bridge in midst of dramatic storm
Lightning strikes the Bay Bridge on Thursday night. Photo: ABC Bay Area News Last night’s impressive thunderstorm has created rivers of rainwater flowing down many Berkeley streets and flooded backyards. The lightning that accompanied the deluge also made for some stunning photographs. The image above is one of several shot by ABC Bay Area News. […]