Moment Fahmy was struck by lightning. Credit: CNN
A man who was struck by lightning while holding an umbrella in Staten Island, New York, has recounted the terrifying experience, revealing that he felt tingling, numbness, and burning pain throughout his body.
The survivor, Thomas Fahmy, disclosed this in a video shared by CNN on Instagram on Thursday, following the circulation of a viral video showing the moment a bright flash struck him while walking, sending him to the ground.
US man recounts surviving direct lightning strike. Credit: CNN
Describing the immediate aftermath of the strike, Fahmy said he regained his footing moments later and walked into a neighbour’s house for safety.
