<p>Don Sandell was at his home in Port Arthur as Tropical Storm Harvey continued to bring a deluge to the area on August 30. He witnessed a nearby lightning strike, captured in this dramatic video.</p><p>Local reports described the situation of many in the city as “dire” and predicted numerous flood rescues would be needed.</p><p>City Mayor Derrick Freeman said in a Facebook post, “Our whole city is underwater right now … Please get to higher ground if you can.” Credit: Don Sandell via Storyful</p><br />
