16-Year-Old Boy Dies from Apparent Lightning Strike in Florida: ‘Our Hearts Are Ripped’

Mar. 15, 2025

Cameron Day.Photo:Gofundme

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He was taken to Memorial Hospital Regional, where he was later pronounced dead, according to WFOR.

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The Pembroke Pines Fire Department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

Day’s parents told the outlets in a statement that the teen who had autism “BEAT THE ODDS!”

“Cameron was a tuba player at McArthur High School, a member of SGA, and an Ambassador of the Florida Atlantic University Upward Bound Math and Science TRIO Program,” they added.

AGoFundMe campaignlaunched on behalf of the school’s band for Day’s family said that the 11th grader “was a bright light and sweet soul who touched the lives of so many.”

“His passion for music, leadership, and unwavering love for his bandmates and band, McArthur’s Herd of Sound made him an integral part of our family. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend —someone who brought joy and inspiration to everyone around him.”

As of Thursday, Sept. 26, the fundraiser has raised over $30,000.

source: people.com