# Viral Storm Videos Chicago Lightning Strikes Three Tall Buildings at Once By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-06-29 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicago-lightning-strikes References: [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/12816548) & [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/06/24/more-severe-storms-rock-c_n_624061.html) When three very nasty storms pummeled Chicago, Craig Shimala watched them from his balcony. During one of the storms, amidst [80 mph winds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cityweatherin) and three inches of rain, [three of Chicago’s tallest buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rruga-adem-jashari) were hit by lightning strikes at the same time. The Chicago lightning strikes were captured on an amazing video that Craig Shimala has posted on Vimeo. Shimala says he’s just a dude who lives in Chicago that works for a company called skinnycorp.com and helps to make Threadless.com awesome! Chicago lightning strikes aren’t the only subject of Craig Shimala’s Vimeo videos. Check them out! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Storm Chasing:** Opportunity to develop technologies and tools for safely observing and recording extreme weather events, such as lightning strikes. - **Viral Video Production:** Potential to create captivating videos of natural phenomena, like lightning strikes, and leverage social media platforms for wide-reaching viral dissemination. - **Streaming Platforms:** Chance to establish streaming platforms dedicated to sharing real-time footage of unique and awe-inspiring weather events, like lightning strikes on tall buildings. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Weather Monitoring:** Opportunity for advanced weather monitoring systems and equipment that can accurately predict and track lightning strikes for safety and preparedness. - **Media Production:** Opportunity to produce visually stunning video content of lightning strikes and other natural phenomena for television and online streaming platforms. - **Social Media Marketing:** Potential to leverage viral storm videos to enhance brand visibility and engagement on social media platforms, reaching a wide audience in real-time. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tornado-Inspired Illuminator Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-lamp.md) - [Lightning Bolt-Inspired Interior Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relmpago-house.md) - [Unique Wedding Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-on-the-ledge.md) - [Supportive Lightning Bolt Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightning-chair.md) - [Lightning-Capturing Camera Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miops-flex-bolt.md) - [Lightning-Inspired Artful Exhibitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-light-shining.md) - [Japanese Art-Inspired Oak Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novus-collection.md) - [Electrifying Urban Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-lightning.md) - [Record-Breaking Skate Megaramps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bulls-building-drop.md)