The people were struck at Woodpecker Mud Bog, officials say.
#BREAKING: 5 people struck by lightning in White Springs in Hamilton county, FL. It happened at the Woodpecker Mud Bogs. @ActionNewsJax #FLwx pic.twitter.com/rtzSplm5bd
— Garrett Bedenbaugh (@wxgarrett) April 7, 2018
A source told Action News Jax the strikes happened at about 2:50 p.m. near a camper where people were seeking shelter under the camper's gooseneck.
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office tells me 5 people were struck by lightning at Woodpecker Mud Bog. @ActionNewsJax
— Kaitlyn Chana (@KaitlynANjax) April 7, 2018
The source said a 23-year-old woman was struck and killed instantly.
This is a developing story. Check back with ActionNewsJax.com for updates.
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