**Texas Lightning Strike Injures Group as Plains and Midwest Prepare for Severe Weather on Monday: A Shocking Turn of Events**
In a bizarre twist of fate, a group of unsuspecting Texans found themselves on the receiving end of a lightning strike while attempting to conduct a highly scientific experiment: testing the durability of their new “Texas-sized” barbecue grill. The incident occurred just as the Plains and Midwest were gearing up for a severe weather showdown on Monday, leaving meteorologists scratching their heads and Texans scratching their backs.
Eyewitness and self-proclaimed “Grill Master” Hank “Thunder” Johnson stated, “We were just trying to see if we could cook a brisket faster than a tornado could touch down. Turns out, Mother Nature has a wicked sense of humor!” Johnson, who was wearing a cowboy hat and flip-flops at the time, added, “I guess I should’ve known when the sky turned green and my hair started standing up like I was auditioning for a role in a horror movie.”
The group, which included local legend and amateur storm chaser Betty “Lightning Rod” Thompson, was reportedly struck while chanting, “Bring on the storm!” in what they believed was a motivational cheer. “I thought we were just summoning the weather gods,” Thompson said, still nursing a singed eyebrow. “I didn’t think they’d take it literally!”
As the Plains and Midwest brace for severe weather, local officials are advising residents to stay indoors, avoid large metal objects, and refrain from any spontaneous weather-related rituals. “We’re not saying you can’t have fun,” said meteorologist Chuck “Cloudy” McGee. “But maybe leave the lightning summoning to the professionals… or at least to the folks in Florida.”
In the aftermath of the incident, the group has vowed to continue their experiments, albeit with a few safety precautions. “Next time, we’re just going to stick to grilling hot dogs,” Johnson declared. “And maybe we’ll leave the lightning to the professionals… or at least to the folks in Florida.”
As the storm clouds gather, one thing is clear: in Texas, even the weather has a sense of humor.
