Strong thunderstorms developed across the western interior section of Puerto Rico. These thunderstorms were accompanied by strong gusty winds and excessive cloud to ground lightning.
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Strong thunderstorms developed across the western interior section of Puerto Rico. These thunderstorms were accompanied by strong gusty winds and excessive cloud to ground lightning.
The San Juan radar (TJUA), 34 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 22:59 UTC.
1 lightning. Local standard time, as filed.
Lightning struck the power source line to a home located in Barrio Mata Cana sector el Hobo,road PR-568 km 7.8 Some minor structural damage. Electrical power was affected.
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