Caught on video: Terrifying moment 50 children are electrocuted by lightning while hiking

Published on July 3, 2024, 5:31 p.m.

The lightning was probably caused by a puddle of water on the ground nearby.

A lightning strike sent seven young hikers to the hospital in Utah.

At least 50 members of the church’s youth group felt the shock, according to the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office.

Seven children were taken to the hospital due to “medical issues” following the attack. None of them appeared to have life-threatening injuries, though two children were exhibiting “serious symptoms,” according to the sheriff’s office. No further information on their conditions was provided.

Lightning likely struck the ground near the group due to a nearby puddle of water.