A community is coming together to support the lightning strike survivor Tampa Bay 28 told you about last month.

30-year-old Travis Kurtz was struck outside a pizza shop in Seminole, changing his life forever.

On Sunday afternoon, the owner held a fundraiser to help support him in his recovery.

So, as part of our commitment to following through on stories, our Tampa Bay reporter Annette Gutierrez returned to speak with family and friends.

From raffles and games to music and classic cars dozens of people came out to Rizzottos Pizzeria to rally behind the man who survived.

"Its really refreshing to see, to be honest with you restored the faith and humanity for sure," said Kurtz.

Kurtz is counting his lucky stars, with a new outlook on life, after surviving a rare act of mother nature.

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