GENEVA, Fla. — A Seminole County Sheriff’s Office deputy was transported to a local hospital after he was struck by lightning on Sunday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
SCFD said the deputy was touching a gate when they were indirectly struck.
The deputy was taken to the hospital as a precaution, but is conscious and alert, according to SCFD.
WFTV has reached out for more information.
Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
©2026 Cox Media Group
