A tragic incident occurred in Ghaziabad’s Indirapuram, near National Highway 9, where a 13-year-old girl lost her life and four others were injured following a lightning strike. The lightning struck at around 8:30 am on a rainy morning, causing devastation in its wake.
Reports reveal that the injured individuals were quickly transported to a nearby hospital for immediate medical attention. Officials from the district administration also arrived at the hospital to assess the situation. Sadly, the doctors declared the 13-year-old girl dead upon her arrival at the hospital. Her sister, aged approximately 16 years, along with two women, also suffered injuries and were admitted to the hospital. Another person was taken to the medical facility as well. However, the condition of all four injured individuals is stable, according to Vinay Kumar Singh, the Sub Divisional Magistrate.
Indirapuram ACP Swatantra Kumar Singh provided further details about the tragic incident, stating that it took place near a temple in Makanpur. The lightning strike resulted in the loss of one young life and caused injuries to several others, compelling them to be rushed to the hospital.
This unfortunate incident serves as a somber reminder of the inherent dangers that lightning brings during heavy rainfall. Lightning strikes can occur suddenly and can prove to be fatal or cause serious injuries.
The local authorities and residents in the area are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of the 13-year-old girl’s life. Lightning safety measures and precautions should always be followed, especially during severe weather conditions, to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of staying vigilant and taking necessary precautions when thunderstorms and lightning strikes are prevalent. It is crucial to seek shelter indoors, away from open spaces, tall objects, and bodies of water during such weather conditions.
The authorities are continuing to investigate the incident to gather more information and prevent future accidents. Let us hope that lessons are learned from this tragedy and that measures are implemented to ensure the safety of individuals during severe weather situations.
