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Man survives being struck by lightning while golfing
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk · As published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The emergency call was made on a Saturday afternoon, with reports of someone suffering from burns at the Oregon Golf Club.
A man in Oregon was struck by lightning while golfing, according to local fire officials. The incident occurred on a golf course, prompting crews to respond to the scene. The emergency call was made on a Saturday afternoon, with reports of someone suffering from burns at the Oregon Golf Club.
Fire and rescue teams from Tualatin Valley were dispatched to the location. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including the circumstances surrounding the lightning strike and the condition of the man who was struck.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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