
3 family members struck by lightning on Florida beach; 17-year-old girl hospitalized
CBSN
A family of three was struck by lightning while under an umbrella at a beach in Florida's Pinellas County, officials said Friday.
St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue was dispatched to the scene at 12:19 p.m., Deputy Fire Chief Adam Poirrer said. Multiple units from the fire rescue team and Pinellas County Sheriff's Office responded and rendered emergency aid, Porrier said.
Two adult victims were treated on-scene and refused further treatment. A 17-year-old girl was taken to Tampa General Hospital. There was no immediate update available on her condition.

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