Riverside police officer hit by lightning in Joplin

[xmas74]

Source: KC Star

A Riverside police officer was injured by lightning Monday while helping with rescue-and-recovery efforts in Joplin, Riverside Public Safety said.




Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/05/23/2897710/riverside-police-officer-hit-by.html#ixzz1NEUO8PwY

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I originally posted in GD from a "breaking news" report that aired on KMBC, Channel 9 out of KC. I've posted this over here with a link to the actual story and more clarification then what was originally offered.

Either way, it's a bad situation over in Joplin. My best to them all from upstate.

[Iliyah]

1. Prayers

to all. We are a caring country and God loves us all. Take care America.

[xmas74]

4. I believe this

but I tend to not say it all that often here on DU.

[Poll_Blind]

2. My thoughts are with all, including the injured officer.

I wish them the best and hope for a speedy recovery, both physical and emotional.

PB

[dipsydoodle]

3. BBC News link with video

Officials in the US state of Missouri say at least 116 people are now confirmed dead after a tornado hit the city of Joplin on Sunday, crushing cars and flattening homes.

But Joplin official Mark Rohr also said seven people had been rescued.

A thunderstorm carrying hail and high winds was hindering ongoing search and rescue efforts on Monday afternoon.

Mr Rohr said the tornado cut a path six miles (10km) long through the city, much of which is now without power.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-13509683ooooi

[xmas74]

5. Thanks for the link. nt

[smirkymonkey]

6. Poor Guy....

how much worse can it get. From the photos I've seen, it looks like a nuclear wasteland.

[xmas74]

7. Storms are moving towards the area, yet again.

It'll get worse.