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Lightning Strike Kills 2 in Meghalaya
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 12:26 AM
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A lightning strike during a football match in Meghalaya's West Khasi Hills has killed two people and injured eight. The incident occurred when the players and spectators were caught off guard by the sudden lightning.
A tragic incident occurred in Meghalaya's West Khasi Hills when a lightning strike hit a football field, resulting in the loss of two lives and injuring eight others. The football match was underway when the lightning struck, catching everyone off guard. The injured have been rushed to a nearby hospital for medical attention. The incident has sent shockwaves across the region, highlighting the importance of taking necessary precautions during thunderstorms.