On July 15/16, a massive lightning storm initiated several major wildfires east of the Cascade crest.As shown below, this was one of the most extreme lightning events in Northwest history.This story has escaped the notice of the media.

On July 15/16, a massive lightning storm initiated several major wildfires east of the Cascade crest.As shown below, this was one of the most extreme lightning events in Northwest history.This story has escaped the notice of the media.