1 dead, 5 injured in lightning strike at Yangyang beach
Published: 12 Jun. 2023, 09:28
Updated: 12 Jun. 2023, 09:50
The victim, identified only by his surname Cho, had been unconscious at a hospital since being struck by lightning at Seorak Beach in Yangyang, Gangwon, Saturday afternoon, police said.
Five others were injured in the incident but are currently in stable condition, they added.
Fire officials received an emergency report at around 5:33 p.m. Saturday, stating that several people had been struck by lightning and were lying on the beach.
Police said they are analyzing CCTV footage and witness testimonies to determine the exact cause of the incident.
Yonhap
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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