Lightning Strike Kills Colorado Rancher and 34 Cows
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A 51-year-old rancher in Jackson County, Colorado, became the first person in the U.S. to die from a lightning strike in 2024 while attending to his cattle. Several cows were also killed in the storm. Despite the tragic incident, lightning-related fatalities have been on a decline, with 14 deaths reported in 2023. The local community has rallied to support the rancher's family, raising nearly $10,000 in donations.
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