Teen Narrowly Escapes Death as Lightning Strikes His Gaming Desk

A 13-year-old boy in Texas survived a direct lightning strike inside his bedroom while playing video games. The bolt travelled through a metal part of his desk and hit him in the abdomen. A small fire broke out in the attic when electricity entered the home wiring, but damage was minor. Emergency responders arrived quickly and confirmed the teenager did not need hospital treatment. Shaken but unharmed, he says the experience gave him a fresh outlook on life. Authorities warn that during thunderstorms, people should avoid corded electronics and stay clear of electrical wiring.

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