Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Thirteen Fatalities Reported in Bengal Lightning Strikes
On Thursday, lightning strikes in West Bengal sadly caused the deaths of 13 people.
These incidents happened in three different areas: Bankura, East Burdwan, and West Midnapore.
Most of the deaths occurred in Bankura.
People were struck by lightning while working or in other outdoor activities.
When people were hurt, they were taken to local medical facilities for help.
The weather forecast predicts more thunderstorms and lightning in the area until July 27th.
This news highlights the dangers of severe weather and the importance of staying safe during thunderstorms.
Thirteen people died in lightning strikes across three districts of West Bengal on Thursday.
Seven deaths occurred in Bankura district, five in East Burdwan, and one in West Midnapore.
Victims were engaged in various activities, including working in fields.
Injured individuals were taken to local hospitals and health centers.
The Met Office has forecasted thunderstorms with lightning for South Bengal until July 27.
- Who
- Thirteen people, residents of the affected districts.
- What
- Thirteen people died due to lightning strikes.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Three districts of West Bengal (Bankura, East Burdwan, West Midnapore)
- Why
- The article does not explicitly state the reason for the lightning strikes, it only reports their occurrence.
- Total Deaths
- 13
- Affected Districts
- Bankura, East Burdwan, West Midnapore
- Bankura Deaths
- 7
- East Burdwan Deaths
- 5
- West Midnapore Deaths
- 1
- Weather Forecast
- Thunderstorms with lightning until July 27