Three children hospitalised in Puerto Rico after lightning strikes beach
Published:Tuesday | May 28, 2024 | 2:29 PM
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Lightning struck a beach in the northern coastal town of Isabela during inclement weather Monday, injuring three children, one seriously, Puerto Rican police said.
The children, whose ages ranged from 7 to 12, were taken to a hospital in the nearby town of Aguadilla, a police statement said.
The oldest youngster was listed in serious condition, it said.
No further details were released.
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