Lightning suspected in Ohio man’s death

Associated Press

WALPOLE ISLAND, Ontario

Police say an Ohio man has died after he was likely struck by lightning while boating near the Ontario-Michigan border.

Provincial and local police say a 41-year-old Ravenna, Ohio, man died Friday while boating with family and friends near Walpole Island. His name was not released.

Authorities say the boaters took shelter in some reeds when a thunderstorm rolled in. Witnesses on the boat say they heard a loud crack and saw a bright flash before they saw a man lying on the deck.

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