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Victim ID'd in deadly lightning strike at Florida beach that killed 1, hurt 3 others
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Stephanie Weaver , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about this incident can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which has reported on the event. A deadly incident occurred at Fort Myers Beach, resulting in the death of a man who was struck by lightning while in the water.
A deadly incident occurred at Fort Myers Beach, resulting in the death of a man who was struck by lightning while in the water. Authorities have confirmed the incident, which also affected three other people, all of whom are family members of the victim.
These family members were sent to the hospital as a result of the lightning strike. The identity of the man who died has been determined, according to reports.
Further details about this incident can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which has reported on the event.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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