Sunny skies are in the Okanagan forecast following a dramatic overnight thunderstorm that showered the area with lightning and rain.
According to the BC Wildfire Service, there were 2,665 lightning strikes in the Kamloops Fire Centre on Friday. Overall, there were 8,607 lightning strikes in B.C.
- Cariboo Fire Centre: 433
- Coastal Fire Centre: 668
- Kamloops Fire Centre: 2,665
- Northwest Fire Centre: 2,016
- Prince George Fire Centre:776
- Southeast Fire Centre: 784
- B.C: 8,607
It was the third time this week that an overnight thunderstorm rolled across the region.
Overnight Wednesday, Aug. 10, there were 1,213 lightning strikes in the fire centre. Overnight Thursday, Aug. 11, the region had 2,617 lightning strikes.
And, like both those nights, Global News viewers had their cellphones and cameras out Friday night, capturing the weather display.
Below are some of the photos that were sent in.
Looking ahead, Environment Canada’s weekend forecast for the Okanagan is calling for sunny skies and highs of 29-30 C, along with overnight lows of 12-14 C.