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Lightning strikes amateur golfer sheltering under tree in Cincinnati
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Lightning strikes amateur golfer sheltering under tree in Cincinnati

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A video shows an amateur golfer in Cincinnati being struck by lightning while seeking shelter under a tree during a sudden downpour.
  • The golfer, Chris Schiavone, recorded the incident himself, capturing the moment lightning hit him near his golf cart.
  • Social media reactions were largely unsympathetic, with many criticizing his decision to shelter under a tree during a storm.

An amateur golfer in Cincinnati, USA, narrowly escaped serious injury after being struck by lightning while seeking refuge under a tree during a sudden storm. The dramatic incident was captured on video by the golfer himself, Chris Schiavone.

Schiavone was on the golf course when heavy rain began. He chose to shelter beneath a tree as the weather worsened. In the video he recorded, he is seen sitting near his golf cart when lightning strikes him with a deafening sound. His choice of shelter proved to be an unfortunate one.

The video shows the lightning hitting Schiavone, who later described feeling his body go numb and experiencing intense pain. Social media users reacted with a mix of shock and criticism, with many pointing out the danger of sheltering under a tree during a thunderstorm. The incident serves as a stark reminder of nature's power and the importance of seeking appropriate shelter during severe weather.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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