Yo could try to remove some to the luminance noise. With or without it is an awesome capture.
Well done Mitch. I feel inspired to try and capture lightning during our next rainy season (if we have one). Can you give me a clue as to how you did it.
Just as many would argue that grain enhances black-and-white film images, I could make the same argument about the noise in this image. It's an absolutely terrific shot. I especially like the unique foreground lighting.