Terrifying Texas Tornado Spotted as Lightning Flashes

A Texas woman recently captured something both thrilling and terrifying during a storm in Byers, Texas—a tornado, visible only when flashes of lightning lit up the night sky. You can watch the video by scrolling further down this article.

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The woman, who had her camera ready during the intense storm, recorded a dark, spinning tornado that appeared in the distance. With each lightning flash, the tornado briefly became visible against the dark night, only to disappear back into the shadows when the sky went dark again. This combination of lightning and tornado made for a dramatic and eerie scene.

In Byers and many parts of Texas, tornadoes are common, especially during spring and summer storm seasons. While tornadoes are often tracked by weather experts using radar, sometimes they can form suddenly and be hard to spot—especially at night. That’s one reason the woman’s video was so surprising: you don’t usually get to see a tornado in such a dramatic and clear way

For storm chasers and people interested in extreme weather, this video serves as a fascinating example of how dangerous weather patterns can create beautiful yet frightening moments. But for many, it’s also a reminder of why it’s essential to follow safety guidelines, listen to storm warnings, and seek shelter when severe weather is on the way.

Check out the video below: