Wisconsin Trucker Killed by Lightning Strike at Gas Station

Key Details Truck driver Pete Garamone was struck and killed by lightning on April 16th in a gas station parking lot near Waukesha County, Wisconsin off Interstate 94. Emergency responders arrived during the thunderstorm but were unable to save him. The National Weather Service confirmed a lightning strike occurred in the area. Family Impact Garamone leaves behind his wife Lisa Cox and a 7-year-old son in York, Pennsylvania. Cox described her husband as a dedicated family man and close friend to their son. She initially hung up on the doctor delivering the news, unable to believe the tragic circumstances. Why It Matters Cox has launched a GoFundMe to cover unexpected funeral and medical expenses. She's using her family's tragedy to urge drivers to heed severe weather warnings and prioritize time with loved ones. Her message is clear: unexpected disasters can happen at any moment, making every goodbye count. Cox's Reminder "Anything can happen. Any day at any time. Don't take your loved ones for granted," she said. Drivers should take weather alerts seriously and stay safe during storms, particularly when stopped at rest areas or fuel stations.