Lightning Blows Hole in Edmonton Sidewalk | Canada News

Edmonton’s summer got wild when a freak lightning strike blew a literal hole in a sidewalk—yes, you read that right—on 129 Ave and St, leaving a 50cm crater and even scorching a nearby fire hydrant. Experts say it was a rare, supercharged positive lightning bolt amid a day of 4,000 strikes. Contrary to myth, lightning doesn’t always hit the tallest object—it can spread, especially on wet surfaces. While locals joke with signs around the crater, it’s a serious wake-up call: wait 30 minutes after the last thunder before stepping outside. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f605bd2142b6390