Man struck by lightning in shallow water off Florida beach dies, officials say
By Allison Petro
NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Florida (WESH) -- A man who was struck by lightning in New Smyrna Beach on Friday has died, according to officials.
The 29-year-old man from Colorado was in ankle-deep water when he was struck.
Emergency responders and a bystander performed CPR and other life-saving measures. He was then taken to the hospital in critical condition.
On Monday, Tammy Malphurs, director of Volusia County Beach Safety, confirmed the 29-year-old died.
Officials have not revealed further details about the victim's identity.
Two other people were struck by lightning nearby on the same day.
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