One Killed, Woman Injured in Lightning Strikes in Morigaon

Dalim Phukan,

Hills Live News, Morigaon, November 11

A man was killed and a woman sustained serious injuries in separate lightning strikes in Morigaon district on Tuesday, casting a pall of gloom over the affected areas.

The deceased has been identified as Maniram Deka, a resident of Katohjari village. The incident occurred around midday when he was working in a field and had taken a brief rest in a makeshift shelter when lightning struck.

In another lightning strike, a woman identified as Malabika Patar of Gagalmari Garjan sustained serious injuries. She is currently undergoing treatment at Morigaon Civil Hospital, according to reports.

Meanwhile, four domestic animals were killed by lightning at Monha Kachari Gaon under Jagiroad Co-District in Morigaon district on Tuesday.

The incident took place around midday when three domestic buffaloes and a cow were grazing in a field. The animals reportedly died on the spot after being struck by lightning.

The deceased animals belonged to Paddeswar Saikia, Nripen Deka and Jintu Deka, all residents of Monha Kachari Gaon.