Lightning Strike Captured on Bodycam Near Bradenton Water Tower, No Damage Reported
Bradenton Police bodycam footage shows a lightning strike hitting a water tower in Bradenton, Florida. The incident caused no damage, and the water tower is equipped with lightning protection.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 7, 2026 —
Bodycam footage released by the Bradenton Police Department captured a dramatic lightning strike near a water tower in Bradenton, Florida. The incident occurred recently, though a specific date was not provided.
The footage clearly shows a bolt of lightning striking the vicinity of the water tower. Fortunately, the strike caused no damage to the structure. Officials confirmed that the water tower is equipped with a lightning protection system, which is designed to safeguard against such events.
The Bradenton Police Department has not released further details regarding the circumstances of the footage capture beyond its presence on bodycam recordings.
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