Sixteen inmates injured after lightning strikes US prison
Lightning struck an Ohio prison during severe weather in the state on Tuesday, injuring 16 inmates, one of which had to be airlifted to hospital.
An Ohio prison experienced a lightning strike during a severe weather event on Tuesday, leaving 16 inmates injured. One inmate required airlift to a hospital, while nine others returned to the facility and seven remain hospitalized, one in serious condition. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction reported no staff injuries.
The Midwest region has been plagued by severe weather, including tornadoes, strong winds, and flash flooding leading to widespread power outages. No deaths have been reported among the staff. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for flash flooding across Ohio and Indiana, with three tornadoes reported in Chicago's south suburbs.
The lightning strike occurred as inmates moved between buildings after an evening meal. The condition of the airlifted inmate has not been disclosed.
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