It goes without saying that last nights storm was pretty incredible, visually and in terms of its scale. Our readers have sent in some amazing pictures of this natural event taking place. Thank you for all of your submissions... and yes, there are more pictures to come yet.
5. Fork in the sky
It's like an electrical stickman. Photo: Sarah Jade Winn
6. Out of this world
Is that The Terminator coming? Photo: Vicki Jay
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Yet another fascinating image, thanks Sarah. Photo: Sarah Jade Winn
8. Illuminating visuals
Chelsea captured this stunning shot. Photo: Chelsea Drew