Archive · 22 Jun 2025
Himachal Pradesh: Man Dies in Lightning Strike as Monsoon Advances
Imagine the rainy season, called the monsoon, has come to most of Himachal Pradesh.
This means it's raining in many places!
Sadly, one man was struck by lightning while working outside and passed away.
The weather forecast says it might rain a lot more in the next few days.
Because of the heavy rain, there could be landslides where the ground slides down, and the water levels in rivers might rise quickly.
The weather people suggest people stay away from dangerous areas during this time.
Monsoon has advanced to most areas of Himachal Pradesh, bringing rainfall.
A man died in Kangra district after being struck by lightning while in the fields.
The weather department issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall over the next four days.
Light to moderate rainfall is expected from June 24 to 28.
Authorities warned of potential landslides, mudslides, and rising water levels.
- Who
- Vijay Kumar (46) died due to lightning strike, and the local meteorological office issued warnings.
- What
- A man died due to lightning strike during monsoon in Himachal Pradesh.
- When
- June 22, with heavy rainfall expected over the next few days.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh, particularly in Kangra district and other areas.
- Why
- The monsoon caused heavy rain, leading to the incident and warnings for safety.
- Incident
- Man killed by lightning
- Location
- Dadhamb village, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Rainfall Alert
- Orange alert issued for heavy rain
- Temperature
- Una: 34.4 degrees Celsius (hottest)
- Rainfall Forecast
- Light to moderate rain June 24-28