Lightning Strike Claims Life in Fort Myers | Jacksonville News

Lightning strikes in Fort Myers Beach claim one life and injure three others—reminding us that even distant storms can be deadly. With two lightning deaths already this year in the U.S., Florida’s lightning danger is real: it ranked second nationally in strikes in 2025, behind only Texas, and second in strike density after Oklahoma. The National Weather Service warns: if you hear thunder, seek shelter immediately—lightning can strike up to 10 miles from the storm, and you should wait 30 minutes after the last rumble before stepping outside. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e675d46529dda0bc