Doorbell Camera Catches GOP Staffer Getting Struck by Lightning, Surviving in Staten Island
A Staten Island man is back at work just days after being struck by lightning during a storm, an incident captured by a nearby home’s doorbell camera, as reported by NBC Washington.
Thomas Fahmy was walking toward his car on Staten Island Thursday while carrying an umbrella when the lightning strike occurred.
Surveillance footage shows Fahmy approaching his vehicle before a flash appears near him. He then collapses to the ground.
Fahmy said the strike sent an intense sensation through his body, leaving him experiencing significant pain and numbness, particularly in his feet.
“This very intense burning sensation. Tingling, numbness, pain, severe pain, in both my feet,” Fahmy said.
Despite the severity of the shock, Fahmy said he never lost consciousness. After falling, he was able to get back on his feet and make his way toward a nearby home to seek assistance.
Stephanie Homan heard Fahmy calling for help and went outside to assist him.