NAVARRE BEACH, Fla. — A person was struck by lightning at a Navarre Beach restaurant during Monday evening’s storms, according to the fire department.
Navarre Beach Fire Rescue listed out the series of incidents that emergency crews responded to around 6:30 p.m.
- A structure fire caused by a lightning strike
- An individual struck by lightning at a local restaurant, sustaining minor injuries due to close proximity
- A kayaker in distress amid deteriorating weather conditions,
- A small shipping container washed into the water, creating a navigational hazard
- Multiple individuals trapped in elevators due to power surges and outages
No severe injuries have been reported.
“Emergency responders from multiple agencies worked tirelessly and efficiently throughout the late afternoon and early evening to manage each situation,” Navarre Beach Fire Rescue says…