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Lightning Strike Hospitalizes Seven Youth Hikers in Utah

Church group members experienced shock and required medical attention; none of the injuries are life-threatening.

  • The incident occurred during a light rainstorm in Sevier County, Utah.
  • Approximately 50 members of the youth group felt the shock from the lightning strike.
  • Two hikers with serious symptoms were flown to Primary Children's Hospital in Lehi.
  • Five others were transported to local hospitals by ambulance for treatment.
  • All affected hikers have been reunited with their families.
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