Police were called to the scene after reports a child had been injured. Emergency services attended and the boy was taken to hospital but died a short time later.A Lancashire Police spokesman said: "Although enquiries are still ongoing, at this time we believe the boy had been struck by lightning."The boy's family have been informed and are being supported by officers, the force said.Det Supt Nick Connaughton added: "This is a truly devastating incident and our thoughts are wholeheartedly with the family and friends of the young boy, who has passed away, at this very sad and distressing time."Tributes poured in for the boy on social media.
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