Lightning dazzles northern LA County residents amid severe thunderstorm warning

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A dazzling lightning storm in northern Los Angeles County on Saturday night inspired trepidation and awe among witnesses, many of whom captured the display on video.

Twitter user @Izzy_bell20 of Winnetka, one of many who posted footage on social media, said she had "never seen anything like this!"
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Others reported seeing spectacular lightning in Burbank, Santa Clarita, Stevenson Ranch, Lancaster and Northridge.

A severe thunderstorm warning was in effect for Palmdale, Quartz Hill and Lancaster until 8:15 p.m., according to the National Weather Service.
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There were no reports of injuries or damage due to lightning strikes.