A woman and her dog were hit by lightning on Monday afternoon while walking near a park in Boston.

• The woman, who is in her 20s, suffered burns and cardiac arrest. She was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition.
• The dog, a golden retriever, also suffered burns and was treated by a veterinarian. He is expected to make a full recovery.
• The incident was captured by a nearby surveillance camera, which showed a bright flash and a loud boom as the lightning struck.
• The National Weather Service said that lightning strikes are rare in Boston, but can happen anytime there is a thunderstorm.

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