Lightning strike kills one and injures three at Fort Myers Beach

Published
July 03, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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Summary

Car Crash Fort Myers Beach Florida in Fort Myers Beach, Florida: A lightning strike along Fort Myers Beach in southwest Florida on Friday afternoon before 3 p.m. killed one person and injured three others, according to the Fort Myers Beach Fire District and Lee County Sheriff's Office. One victim was found unresponsive at the scene; a bystander performed CPR and used an AED, but that person died. The three other victims were transported to the hospital. Officials urged beachgoers to monitor weather and seek shelter when lightning is observed.

Original reporting

Lightning strike kills 1, hurts 3 in Fort Myers Beach, officials say | FOX 35 Orlando

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