Anoka sky lit up simultaneously by fireworks, lightning

Published July 4, 2025 3:41 PM CDT

Ben and Rae Blackhawk went to Anoka High School Thursday night for an early Fourth of July fireworks show.

Thanks to Mother Nature, they got a combo platter.

Lightning, fireworks show

What we know:

Ben sent video to FOX 9 of the fireworks display in Anoka. Off to the east in the distance over St. Paul, he simultaneously got video of lightning strikes in a thunderstorm.

"This huge cloud over St Paul provided us with a warm-up show before the main event. The attached video shows the lightning and the rockets red glare side-by-side. Cool stuff," Ben said.

July 4 fireworks

What's next:

The Twin Cities should stay dry for Fourth of July fireworks. If you’re looking for a show to check out, here’s a list.

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