Lightning Strikes Claim 14 Lives Amid Bangladesh Storms
Lightning Strikes Claim 14 Lives Amid Bangladesh Storms
US · Published Apr 27, 2026
At least 14 people have died in Bangladesh due to lightning strikes during seasonal thunderstorms.
Lightning strikes are common in Bangladesh during the pre-monsoon season and have been declared a natural disaster since
Deforestation is believed to be a contributing factor to the increase in fatal lightning strikes.
Deadly lightning strikes during seasonal thunderstorms
In Bangladesh, a tragic series of lightning strikes during seasonal thunderstorms has resulted in the deaths of at least 14 people. These incidents occurred across various districts, primarily affecting farmers and laborers working outdoors. The storms brought heavy rain and intense lightning, leading to several injuries, some of which are critical. Lightning strikes are a common occurrence in Bangladesh during the pre-monsoon months of April to June, exacerbated by rising heat and humidity.
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