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Yushan Climbers Injured by Lightning, Fire Bureau Says

Two climbers were struck by lightning amid hail during a summit attempt on Taiwan's highest peak, prompting a complex rescue without helicopter aid due to severe weather, officials said.

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Yushan climbers injured by lightning, Fire Bureau says

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Two climbers struck by lightning on Yushan - Focus Taiwan

Taipei, Aug. 21 (CNA) A 45-year-old woman was hospitalized after being struck by lightning on Wednesday while attempting to hike to the summit of Yushan, Taiwan's highest peak, the Nantou County Fire Bureau said.

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