“Heavy lightning strikes during torrential rains in the Indian state of Bihar have caused significant loss of life and property.”
According to Indian media, widespread rainfall continues across various regions of Bihar, with multiple incidents of lightning reported, particularly in open fields and farmlands.
Over the past 24 hours, the highest number of lightning strikes occurred in Patna, Banka, Vaishali, Sheikhpura, Nawada, Jehanabad, Aurangabad, Jamui, Samastipur, and Nalanda districts.
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Heavy lightning strikes during torrential rains in Bihar have caused major loss of life and property.
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Widespread rainfall continues across various regions of the state.
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Multiple lightning incidents occurred, especially in open fields and farmlands.
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Highest number of strikes reported in Patna, Banka, Vaishali, Sheikhpura, Nawada, Jehanabad, Aurangabad, Jamui, Samastipur, and Nalanda.
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19 people died due to lightning strikes in the last 24 hours.
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Additional deaths occurred from other rain-related incidents.
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Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed sorrow and announced ₹400,000 compensation for each affected family.
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The weather department warned that rain and lightning will continue in Bihar until July 23.
A total of 19 people lost their lives solely due to lightning strikes, while additional fatalities occurred in other rain-related incidents.
The Chief Minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic events and announced a compensation of ₹400,000 (approximately $4,800 USD) for each affected family.
The weather department has warned that the spells of rain and lightning are expected to continue in Bihar until July 23.
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