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WATCH: Lightning narrowly misses couple taking selfie

Lightning streaks across the sky during a thunderstorm. File/Nicole Mortillaro, Global News

TORONTO – Here’s a reason to take lightning safety seriously.

Despite inclement weather, a couple opted to venture out into the water in Mexico. However, they got much more than they bargained for.

Before heading into the water, they decided to take a selfie. As they pose in front of the video, a flash can be seen and heard just behind them in the trees.

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READ MORE: 1 dead, 14 injured after lightning strike at California beach

Fortunately, the couple appear to be unhurt.

Each year in Canada lightning kills about 10 people and injures another 100 to 150.

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