Lightning strike sparks windmill fire, Shipwreck found in Lake Michigan, and severe weather claimed Italy’s 'Lovers’ Arch'
Lightning strike sparks windmill fire, Shipwreck found in Lake Michigan, and severe weather claimed Italy’s 'Lovers’ Arch'  
Podcast: AccuWeather Daily
Published On: Tue Feb 17 2026
Description: Video shows a windmill burning in Stephens County, Texas after storms moved through the area Saturday. Local firefighters say lightning likely caused the fire. Plus, the Lac La Belle sank during a storm in 1872 and was lost to the lake for more than a century. Now a shipwreck hunter says the wreck has finally been found. And, powerful storms and pounding waves eroded the iconic rock formation along Puglia’s Salento coast, toppling the beloved romantic landmark over Valentine’s Day weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices