Weatherscore 782·7 metrosupdated 3h ago

16 Hospitalized After Lightning Strikes Ohio Prison

A severe weather event led to a lightning strike at an Ohio prison, resulting in 16 inmates being hospitalized, with one requiring airlift. The incident highlights the dangers posed by extreme weather conditions.

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