Lightning Strike on a Golf Course | Wilmington News

A golfer in Ohio narrowly escaped a lightning strike while filming his kids struggling to free a golf cart on a grassy hill during a storm—caught the whole thing on video. Standing under a tree with an umbrella, he suffered non-life-threatening arm injuries but called it “unbelievably lucky.” Meteorologist Matt Devitt emphasized the critical safety rule: “When thunder roars, go indoors.” The incident highlights common deadly mistakes—staying outside in storms, seeking shelter under trees, and holding umbrellas—which make you prime targets for lightning. A chilling reminder: nature doesn’t negotiate, and simple safety rules can mean the difference between life and serious injury. 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/72f075774403e01d