Tragic thunderstorm: 14-year-old girl dies after lightning strikes in Delmenhorst

Von Kl Redaktion

A tragic misfortune in Lower Saxony has shaken the local community. A 14-year-old adolescent died in the hospital more than a week after a lightning strike that occurred during a thunderstorm. The police said that she died due to her serious injuries. This event not only raises questions about security in natural areas, but also illuminates the dangers associated with lightning strikes and how often people underestimate them.

accident at the barbecue area

In the afternoon of July 21, the affected family was at a public barbecue area in a park in Delmenhorst. During a sudden storm, they were looking for protection under a tree. However, this was a fatal decision: lightning struck in the immediate vicinity, which led to eight members of the family suffered injuries. The situation was particularly critical of the 14-year-old girl and her five-year-old brother, both of whom had to be reanimated.

The injured family members and their fates

The incident not only led to the tragic death of the 14-year-old. Her mother and nine-year-old daughter also suffered serious injuries, while the other family members, including the 40-year-old father and other children, got away with minor injuries. Unfortunately there is currently no further information about the health of the five -year -old boy, who was also seriously injured.

myth tree protection

A widespread assumption is that protective search under trees is safer when thunderstorms, which turns out to be dangerous. According to meteorologists like Andreas Walter, many people flee in such dangerous situations exactly where they are in mortal danger. The common saying "You should give way, you should book, you should search" is not correct, because all tree species can be dangerous for lightning strikes.

Statistical evaluations for flash accidents

According to the Association of Electrical Engineering Electronics Information Technology (VDE), there are around seven deaths in Germany every year and 120 injuries by lightning strikes. It is particularly worrying that survivors often have to deal with years of health impairments, for example with nerve damage and loss of memory. This huge power of nature is often underestimated, which leads to life -threatening situations.

Important tips for security for thunderstorms

Against the background of these incidents, it is crucial to emphasize the importance of prevention and risk awareness. The electrical engineer Thomas Raphael warns that the first flash of a thunderstorm can cause damage. It is therefore advisable to find out about current weather conditions before any outdoor activity. In this context, he appeals to the population to look for protection in good time instead of carelessly looking for refuge under trees. Respect for nature of nature should be strengthened in society.

In conclusion, it can be said that the accident in Delmenhorst should serve as a memorial for the outdoor safety and as a memory of the unpredictable power of nature. The congregation mourns the loss of the lost life and hopefully this event leads to the fact that in the future more people understand the risks of storms better.

- Nag