38 children hospitalized, 700 evacuated from German campsite after lightning strike during thunderstorm.

38 children were rushed to hospital and 700 people evacuated after a lightning strike hit a campsite in Germany. The Pentecost tent camp, home to over 700 people, was immediately evacuated following a violent thunderstorm passing over the Soest district. Children and carers were moved to an old rocket station in Soest-Ruploh. Thankfully, no severe injuries were reported.

May 19, 2024
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