Deputy hospitalized after Seminole County lightning strike, officials say

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  • The incident happened in the area of Mullet Lake Park on Sunday, according to officials.
  • The deputy was taken to an area hospital as a precaution and is said to be recovering well.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. A deputy with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office was taken to the hospital following a lightning strike in the county, according to officials.

The strike happened somewhere in the area of Mullett Lake Park on Sunday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

The deputy was taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure after being indirectly struck, according to officials.

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