Lightning Strike Claims Colorado Rancher and 34 Cattle

Mike Morgan, 51, was feeding his herd when a sudden bolt struck, devastating the tight-knit community of Rand.

Mike Morgan was feeding cattle from a trailer when the lightning struck, killing him and 34 cows.
Approximately 100 cattle were knocked down by the strike, with 34 not surviving.
Morgan's father-in-law and wife, who were nearby, were unharmed.
The incident occurred in an open pasture outside Rand, Colorado, about 80 miles northwest of Denver.
Local ranchers and community members are rallying to support Morgan's family and help bury the cattle.