Tragic Accident at South Carolina Restaurant

Dana Weinger was dining outside Driftwood Grill in Summerton, South Carolina, when she was hitSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailA woman in South Carolina died in a freak accident after she was struck in the neck by a restaurant table umbrella that had been picked up by a strong gust of wind.Local NBC TV news station WYFF4 reported that the incident happened at the Driftwood Grill in Summerton when the woman was dining outside on the restaurant patio with her husband on Saturday ni... A woman died after being struck by a patio umbrella during strong winds at a lakeside South Carolina restaurant over Memorial Day weekend, officials said.

Context

The incident occurred at the Driftwood Grill in Summerton, where the woman was eating outside with her husband. S1

Key points

The woman was dining on the patio when the accident happened. S1
Strong winds caused the umbrella to become airborne and strike her neck. S1 S2
Local news reported the incident took place during Memorial Day weekend. S2
Emergency services responded to the scene following the accident. S1
The woman was pronounced dead after the incident. S1
The restaurant is located by a lake, which may have contributed to wind conditions. S2
Witnesses described the event as a freak accident. S1
The incident has raised concerns about safety measures for outdoor dining. S2

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential dangers of outdoor dining during windy conditions. S1
It raises questions about the safety protocols restaurants have in place for such weather events. S2

What to watch

Monitor any updates regarding safety regulations for outdoor dining areas. S2
Watch for responses from the restaurant regarding their safety measures. S1

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