At least seven people were injured, one critically, after lightning struck an amusement park in Stockholm, Sweden, on Saturday, June 28, 2026, according to local authorities.
Incident Details
The strike occurred at Gröna Lund, a popular amusement park on the island of Djurgården, during a sudden thunderstorm that swept through the city in the late afternoon. Witnesses described a loud crack followed by chaos as visitors scrambled for cover.
Emergency services responded swiftly, with ambulances and fire crews arriving within minutes. The critically injured victim was rushed to a nearby hospital, while six others were treated for minor injuries at the scene. Park officials said the area where the lightning struck has been cordoned off for investigation.
Impact and Response
Gröna Lund was immediately evacuated and closed for the day. Park management expressed deep concern for the victims and said they are cooperating fully with authorities. “Our priority is the safety of our guests and staff,” a spokesperson stated. “We are devastated by this incident.”
Meteorologists had issued a thunderstorm warning earlier in the day, but the rapid development of the storm caught many off guard. Lightning strikes are rare in Stockholm, though summer thunderstorms are not uncommon.
