By Xinhua
Ottawa : One person was killed and six others were injured when a lightning struck Saturday in a park in western Canada's Alberta province, local media reported.
    Seven people were taking shelter Saturday afternoon from a thunderstorm under a tree at a Pigeon Lake Provincial Park when the tragedy happened. The park is located about 80 km southwest of provincial capital Edmonton.
    A 26-year-old man was declared dead at the scene, with the other six suffering a variety of injuries, including burns, police said.
    People should seek shelter either indoors or in vehicles when lightning storms hit. They should stay away from high ground, water, open spaces and trees, weather specialists suggest.
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