Two dozen people were hurt by a lightning strike at a South Carolina lake on Tuesday, officials said.
Eight adults and 12 minors were electrocuted after the lightning struck the water at the Dominion Beach Park at Dreher Dam.
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Twelve of the victims were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, but all are expected to recover, Lexington County Fire Chief Kyle Minick said.
The National Weather Service said the lightning struck the area at around 4:43 p.m.
“Strong relationship 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,” county officials said.
