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Edmonton Woman Struck by Lightning Remains in Induced Coma With Full Recovery Expected

Meteorologists recorded more than 1,200 lightning flashes Thursday, prompting warnings to seek fully enclosed shelter at the first rumble of thunder.

A stock image shows lighting strike a city.
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A pair of crows sit on a tree branch along the North Saskatchewan river with a view of the river valley on Friday, July 25, 2025. Photos by Shaughn Butts-Postmedia

Overview

  • The strike occurred around 4:10 p.m. July 24 in west Edmonton’s Callingwood South neighbourhood, leaving the 21-year-old with cardiac arrest and significant burns to her shoulder and torso.
  • Friends and passersby, including bus passengers, performed CPR until Alberta Health Services paramedics arrived and transported her to the University of Alberta Hospital in critical condition.
  • She remains in intensive care in an induced coma and medical staff anticipate a full recovery.
  • Environment Canada recorded 1,229 lightning flashes across the region that afternoon, marking one of the most active thunderstorm days of the season.
  • Officials warn that any audible thunder indicates being within striking distance of lightning and recommend moving to a fully enclosed shelter to reduce risk.