Edmonton Journal
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Jul 23, 2026
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Thunderstruck: Lightning strikes sidewalk, fire hydrant in north Edmonton
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Thunderstruck: Lightning strikes sidewalk, fire hydrant in north Edmonton
A portion of sidewalk in the area of 129 Avenue and 129 Street was damaged by a lightning strike from Saturday's storm
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By Chad Huculak
Published Jul 23, 2026
Last updated 23 minutes ago
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Tiny signs have been set up beside where lightning struck a sidewalk along 129 Avenue near 129 Street, in Edmonton, Thursday, July 23, 2026. PHOTO B…
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