Six people were hospitalized after lightning struck a beach in New York City on Thursday afternoon, officials say.
Six people were hospitalized after lightning struck a beach in New York City on Thursday afternoon, officials said.NBC New York reportedThe six were on the sand at Orchard Beach in the Bronx when they were struck during the a fast-moving storm shortly after 5 p.m., according to the parks department and FDNY.
"Our hearts go out to the victims of this tragic incident," NYC Parks spokesperson Meghan Lalor said in a statement. The storm came through so fast that lightning struck before everyone could get off the beach, according to NBC New York.
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