Lightning Strikes Injure Alabama Teen, Destroy Arizona Home

Recent severe storms led to significant lightning-related incidents in both Arizona and Alabama. In Maricopa County, Arizona, a family's home was destroyed after being struck by lightning, forcing six family members to escape through their garage as flames quickly engulfed the house. In Russellville, Alabama, 19-year-old Lisa Henderson was struck by lightning that surged through her phone charger while she was using her phone in bed, resulting in temporary memory loss, numbness, lingering shoulder pain, and dangerously high blood pressure. Henderson's fiancé described her as panicked and confused after the incident. Both events highlight the dangers of lightning strikes indoors and the need for safety precautions during severe storms. In response, some Arizona neighbors are now considering signing up for local fire services to better protect their community.