Bolt of lightning obliterates massive tree in ‘incredible footage’

The extreme weather event, showcasing the raw power of an electrical storm, occurred Saturday in western France.

A towering tree that had undoubtedly stood for generations was demolished instantaneously by a lightning bolt Saturday in France.

Nahel Belgherze, an extreme weather enthusiast, posted video of the spectacular display via X, stating:

“Incredible footage of a lightning bolt hitting and decimating a large tree in Augé, western France earlier today.”

Belgherze credited the footage to Benjamin Estrade.