20 shocked, 12 hospitalized after lightning strike at Lake Murray, officials say
Twenty people were shocked by a lightning bolt that struck Lake Murray Tuesday afternoon, according to Lexington County officials.
The lightning strike occurred around 5 p.m. Those hit included eight adults and 12 children, according to a Lexington County post to social media.
'It was bright and sunny at the lake, with clouds nearby but not overhead,' the Irmo Fire District posted to social media Tuesday evening. 'The bolt of lightning that hit the water energized a metal cable with buoys on it that surrounds the swimming area. Several people had swam out to the buoys and were holding onto the cable when it hit, and others were nearby swimming. Everybody got quite a jolt, we're so fortunate that injuries were not worse than they were.'
Lexington County posted to social media that 12 of those struck were transported to three local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. All are expected to recover.
'Strong relationships with other local agencies played a critical role in ensuring a quick, coordinated response, allowing first responders to assess patients efficiently and provide the best possible care,' the county posted. 'Dominion Beach Park is expected to reopen tomorrow following safety assessments and clearance from authorities.'
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