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Lightning Strike at Brasília March Injures 72, Sends 30 to Hospitals

Officials reported eight patients in serious condition after transfers to Brasília hospitals.

Overview

  • The strike hit a crowd near the JK Memorial on the Monumental Axis shortly before 13:00 local time during heavy rain.
  • Firefighters and SAMU were already monitoring the event and set up an emergency tent to deliver first aid.
  • The Federal District Base Hospital received 13 patients, and at least five others were taken to Asa Norte Regional Hospital.
  • Witnesses described people being knocked to the ground and suffering burns from the electrical discharge.
  • Attendees had gathered for the concluding stage of the "Walk for Freedom and Justice" led by congressman Nikolas Ferreira after a roughly 240 km trek from Paracatu.