Sikeston, Missouri – A striking video filmed by X user Ohio Valley Aerial shows intense lightning flashing within a massive cloud over Sikeston on July 28.

The footage captures powerful bolts illuminating the dark storm clouds, revealing the scale and energy of the weather event.

Ohio Valley Aerial said the video depicts lightning from a storm near Sikeston, highlighting the dramatic forces of nature present that day.

The impressive display of lightning drew attention across the region as the storm moved through.

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