"Information we received from the Pasirian Sector Police suggested that two persons were struck by lightning at Watu Pecak Beach, along with eight others at Bambang Beach. Both tourist sites are within Pasirian Sub-district," said Second Inspector Suprapto, spokesperson for the Lumajang Resort Police.
Speaking in Lumajang on Sunday, he explained that the incident occurred during stormy rain on Saturday afternoon, which drove many visitors away from the area. However, several individuals opted to take shelter nearby.
"At Bambang Beach, eight tourists were vacationing and decided to erect a makeshift tent from tarpaulin to take shelter from the thunderstorm," he said.
Suprapto added that lightning soon struck the tent, leaving the visitors injured, with several falling unconscious. Security personnel then rushed them to nearby medical facilities for immediate treatment.
"Of the eight victims, one was pronounced dead, while another remains in a coma at Pasirian Regional General Hospital (RSUD). The six others sustained minor injuries and received treatment at Pasirian Community Health Center," he stated.
The police officer noted that the deceased was a 23-year-old man from Candipuro Village, while the other victims were aged between 22 and 25.
Shifting to Watu Pecak Beach, Suprapto reported that lightning struck near a grandfather and grandchild who operated a stall in the western area of the tourist site. The strike left them both unconscious due to shock. They were rushed to Pasirian RSUD as well.
He then called on tourists and residents to remain alert to weather risks and promptly seek safety in the event of extreme conditions.
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Editor: Azis Kurmala
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