It’s not every day that your city will light up with the crackle of lightning and survive the boom of the resulting thunder. And even when your locale is so graced, often the storm is weak, a sliver of what it could have been.

But sometimes you get the full serving. Toronto recently did, and acrack photographertook his camera to the streets and captured some rather stunning video. We can’t help but share it. It is Monday, after all, so take a short break and put some awe into your day.

Also, aren’t you glad that Ben Franklin invented the idea of the lightning rod?

The 💜 of EU tech

The latest rumblings from the EU tech scene, a story from our wise ol' founder Boris, and some questionable AI art. It’s free, every week, in your inbox. Sign up now!

Admit it, that was excellent. You are welcome.

Story byAlex Wilhelm

Alex Wilhelm is a San Francisco-based writer. You can find Alex on Twitter, and on Facebook. You can reach Alex via email at alex@thenextweb(show all)Alex Wilhelm is a San Francisco-based writer. You can find Alex onTwitter,and onFacebook.You can reach Alex via email atalex@thenextweb.com

Get the TNW newsletter

Get the most important tech news in your inbox each week.