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A jet skier died after being struck by lightning near Fort De Soto, Florida, as severe storms continued to threaten parts of the Southeast.
The incident occurred around 6:35 p.m. Saturday when an adult male jet skier was struck by lightning. He was taken to a hospital for treatment but later died.
The death comes as a stormy weather pattern continues across the Southeast, bringing the potential for heavy rain, strong winds and flooding. Forecasters expected much of the region to receive between 1 and 3 inches of rain by Monday.
Lightning remains a serious danger during summer storms. About 20 people are killed by lightning in the United States each year, while hundreds more suffer serious injuries.
Officials urge people outdoors to seek shelter as soon as they hear thunder. Lightning can strike far from the center of a storm and can remain a threat even when heavy rain is not falling nearby.
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