A 59-year-old man in Utah dies after being struck by lightning near the summit of the highest peak in Salt Lake County, according to authorities. The man was hiking with his brother last week when the lightning strike occurred just steps away from the summit. His brother witnessed him collapse at the scene and reported the incident to authorities. Local officials describe the incident as happening during the pair’s trek near the top of the mountain. The man is pronounced dead following the strike, while his brother remains present at the location. The reports describe the event as occurring very close to the peak, emphasizing the short distance between the collapse site and the summit. Authorities did not indicate any other injuries beyond the fatal incident in the available accounts. The cases highlight the dangers of outdoor exposure during thunderstorms, particularly near high elevations where lightning risk can increase.