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Man, 24, dies following lightning strike near Pasir Ris Beach
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Man, 24, dies following lightning strike near Pasir Ris Beach

A 24-year-old man died after being struck by lightning near Pasir Ris Beach in Singapore, according to police. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon when a group of eight individuals, including five males and three females, were engaged in kayaking and paddleboarding. The man was found unconscious on his paddleboard and later pronounced dead. Two others were taken to KK Women's and Children's Hospital, while the remaining six were transported to Sengkang General Hospital. Preliminary investigations by the police indicate no suspicion of foul play, and further inquiries are underway. An eyewitness reported that the skies were clear at the time of the strike, and a video appears to show emergency responders transporting the victim. The Meteorological Service noted that localized thunderstorms were expected during the first two weeks of July.

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Man, 24, dies following lightning strike near Pasir Ris Beach

A 24-year-old man died after being struck by lightning near Pasir Ris Beach in Singapore, according to police. The incident occurred on Sunday afternoon when a group of eight individuals, including five males and three females, were engaged in kayaking and paddleboarding. The man was found unconscious on his paddleboard and later pronounced dead. Two others were taken to KK Women's and Children's Hospital, while the remaining six were transported to Sengkang General Hospital. Preliminary investigations by the police indicate no suspicion of foul play, and further inquiries are underway. An eyewitness reported that the skies were clear at the time of the strike, and a video appears to show emergency responders transporting the victim. The Meteorological Service noted that localized thunderstorms were expected during the first two weeks of July.

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