NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla. — A man who was struck by lightning in New Smyrna Beach has died, according to beach safety officials.
The incident happened around 12:30 p.m. on Friday as severe storms moved through the area.
Volusia Beach Safety said the 29-year-old from Colorado was struck while standing in ankle-deep water.
Rescuers administered CPR, but he was unresponsive. He was taken to a hospital in critical condition.
Past research shows Florida averages about seven fatalities each year due to lightning.
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