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US Man Survives Lightning Strike in New York
A New York resident miraculously survived a direct lightning strike while walking to his car, leaving medical professionals stunned by his lack of injuries.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, a US man named Thomas Fahmy survived a lightning strike while walking to his vehicle in New York after work. The incident, which occurred on September 5, 2026, was captured by a nearby home security camera. Fahmy described the sensation as feeling like being pricked by needles, followed by numbness throughout his body.
A bystander assisted Fahmy and contacted emergency services. Upon arrival at the hospital, medical staff conducted a thorough examination and found no burn marks or external injuries, a rare outcome for such an event. Fahmy remained hospitalized for one night for cardiac monitoring. He attributed his survival to divine intervention rather than mere luck.
For travelers and residents, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of severe weather. While the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that the odds of being struck by lightning in the United States are less than one in a million, the event highlights the importance of seeking immediate shelter during thunderstorms. It remains to be confirmed if there were any underlying factors that contributed to his survival, as medical professionals continue to monitor the long-term effects of such electrical discharges on the human body.