“The situation you're talking about here, where lightning strikes a police car, that should be fairly routine,” Bryant said. The City of Newcastle sent a claim form to OMAG on Tuesday.

A lightning strike hit a Newcastle police car during storms in Oklahoma, prompting officials to warn residents about lightning safety. Monday, May 19th 2025, 5:55 pm. By: Graham Dowers.

According to Newcastle Emergency Management, the lightning strike did not injure anyone nearby. The car is seen on video being struck, and smoke rises from the vehicle afterwards.

A lightning strike hit a police cruiser in Newcastle, Oklahoma, during severe storms. Video shows the moment, with safety warnings issued afterward.

A lightning strike hit a police cruiser in Newcastle, Oklahoma, during severe storms. Video shows the moment, with safety warnings issued afterward.

A lightning strike hit a police cruiser in Newcastle, Oklahoma, during severe storms. Video shows the moment, with safety warnings issued afterward.

A lightning strike hit a police cruiser in Newcastle, Oklahoma, during severe storms. Video shows the moment, with safety warnings issued afterward.

A lightning strike hit a police cruiser in Newcastle, Oklahoma, during severe storms. Video shows the moment, with safety warnings issued afterward.

A Newcastle police vehicle struck by lightning is likely a total loss, and OMAG officials explain the insurance claim process and next steps. Wednesday, May 21st 2025, 3:28 pm By: Graham Dowers ...