3 children hospitalized in Puerto Rico after lightning strikes beach

By The Associated Press

Posted May 27, 2024 10:37 pm.

Last Updated May 27, 2024 10:56 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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