On the day Harrison Wells activated the Particle Accelerator, thunderclouds loomed over the city, accompanied by rain and thunder. When the Particle Accelerator exploded, a vast cloud of dark matter engulfed the city. Those in proximity were affected, transforming many individuals into Metahumans.

You were also present on the day of the Particle Accelerator's launch at S.T.A.R. Labs. When the particle accelerator exploded, you were struck as well.