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The Star
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Star
Lightning strikes kill at least 33 people
Lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India this week killed at least 33 people and injured dozens, officials said. The deaths in Bihar occurred during fierce storms between Wednesday and Thursday, a state disaster management department statement said, with the victims mostly farmers and labourers working in the open. More heavy rain and lightning are forecast for parts of the state. Bihar state's disaster management minister, Vijay Kumar Mandal, said officials in vulnerable districts had been directed to 'create awareness to take precautionary steps following an alert on lightning'. The state government announced compensation of 4 million rupees (RM19,550) to the families of those killed by lightning. At least 243 died by lightning in 2024 and 275 the year earlier, according to the state government. India's eastern region, including Bihar, is prone to annual floods that kill dozens and displace hundreds of thousands of people during peak monsoon season. — AFP
Gulf Today
5 days ago
- Climate
- Gulf Today
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in Indian state of Bihar
Lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India this week killed at least 33 people and injured dozens, officials said on Friday. The deaths in the Indian state of Bihar occurred during fierce storms between Wednesday and Thursday, a state disaster management department statement said, with the victims mostly farmers and labourers working in the open. More heavy rain and lightning are forecast for parts of the state. Bihar state's disaster management minister, Vijay Kumar Mandal, told AFP that officials in vulnerable districts had been directed to "create awareness to take precautionary steps following an alert on lightning." The state government announced compensation of 4 million rupees ($4,600) to the families of those killed by lightning. At least 243 died by lightning in 2024 and 275 the year earlier, according to the state government. India's eastern region, including Bihar, is prone to annual floods that kill dozens and displace hundreds of thousands of people during peak monsoon season. The Meteorological Department on Friday issued a warning of heavy rainfall in West Champaran, Gopalganj, and Siwan over the next 24 hours, along with the possibility of strong winds (30-40 km/h) and lightning in north-central Bihar. In the past 24 hours, Bhagwanpur in Kaimur recorded the highest rainfall at 160.4 mm. Districts such as Vaishali, Rohtas, Aurangabad, and Madhubani also received good rainfall, helping bring down temperatures across the state. A dense cloud cover in many areas during the evening created near-night conditions, making the weather pleasant. According to the Meteorological Centre, Patna, a low-pressure area formed around southeast Uttar Pradesh and southwest Bihar is moving northwest. This will further activate the rain system in Bihar from July 20 to 23, increasing the chances of widespread rainfall across the state. Monsoon havoc has intensified, with continuous heavy rain over the last three to four days leading to rising river water levels, waterlogging, and flood-like conditions in several districts. Tragically, 19 people lost their lives in lightning incidents across 10 districts on Thursday. In Nalanda, 5 individuals lost their lives after they came under the impact of lightning strikes. As many as 4 persons were also killed in Vaishali, 2 each in Banka and Patna and 1 each in Sheikhpura, Nawada, Jamui, Aurangabad, Samastipur and Jehanabad districts. Additionally, 2 women suffered burn injuries in lightning incidents. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families and announced an ex-gratia of Rs400,000 each for the kin of the deceased. He has directed the Disaster Management Department to expedite relief and rehabilitation efforts across affected districts. Indo-Asian News Service
Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Climate
- Free Malaysia Today
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in eastern India
India's eastern region is prone to annual floods that kill dozens during peak monsoon season. (EPA Images pic) PATNA : Lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India this week killed at least 33 people and injured dozens, officials said today. The deaths in Bihar occurred during fierce storms between Wednesday and yesterday, a state disaster management department statement said, with the victims mostly farmers and labourers working in the open. More heavy rain and lightning are forecast for parts of the state. Bihar state's disaster management minister, Vijay Kumar Mandal, told AFP that officials in vulnerable districts had been directed to 'create awareness to take precautionary steps following an alert on lightning'. The state government announced compensation of 4 million rupees to the families of those killed by lightning. At least 243 died by lightning in 2024 and 275 the year earlier, according to the state government. India's eastern region, including Bihar, is prone to annual floods that kill dozens and displace hundreds of thousands of people during peak monsoon season.
Straits Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in eastern India
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The Bihar government announced compensation of 4 million rupees to the families of those killed by lightning. PATNA, India – Lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India this week killed at least 33 people and injured dozens, officials said on July 18 . The deaths in Bihar occurred during fierce storms between July 16 and 17 , a state disaster management department statement said, with the victims mostly farmers and labourers working in the open. More heavy rain and lightning are forecast for parts of the state. Bihar state's disaster management minister, Mr Vijay Kumar Mandal, told AFP that officials in vulnerable districts had been directed to 'create awareness to take precautionary steps following an alert on lightning'. The state government announced compensation of 4 million rupees (S$59,630) to the families of those killed by lightning. At least 243 died by lightning in 2024 and 275 in 2023 , according to the state government. India's eastern region, including Bihar, is prone to annual floods that kill dozens and displace hundreds of thousands of people during peak monsoon season. AFP Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore 30% of aviation jobs could be redesigned due to AI, automation; $200m fund to support workers: CAAS Singapore Alleged Kpod peddler filmed trying to flee raid in Bishan charged with 6 offences Business Global fintech firms expanding in Singapore with larger offices, APAC hubs Singapore UOB awarded $17.7m in civil suit against Lippo Marina Collection over inflated housing loans Life Kinokuniya opens third bookstore in Raffles City, weeks ahead of schedule Business DBS shares rally to a new record as STI clocks yet another high Singapore 5 foreigners charged over scheme to deliberately get arrested in S'pore to sell sex drugs Life F1 Singapore Grand Prix: Music acts Lewis Capaldi, Clean Bandit, Spice Girls' Melanie C added
Arab News
5 days ago
- Climate
- Arab News
Lightning strikes kill 33 people in eastern India
PATNA, India: Lightning strikes during monsoon storms in eastern India this week killed at least 33 people and injured dozens, officials said Friday. The deaths in Bihar occurred during fierce storms between Wednesday and Thursday, a state disaster management department statement said, with the victims mostly farmers and laborers working in the open. More heavy rain and lightning are forecast for parts of the state. Bihar state's disaster management minister, Vijay Kumar Mandal, said that officials in vulnerable districts had been directed to 'create awareness to take precautionary steps following an alert on lightning.' The state government announced compensation of 4 million rupees ($4,600) to the families of those killed by lightning. At least 243 died by lightning in 2024 and 275 the year earlier, according to the state government. India's eastern region, including Bihar, is prone to annual floods that kill dozens and displace hundreds of thousands of people during peak monsoon season.
