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Five Women Killed by Lightning Strikes in Jharkhand, IMD Forecasts More Storms

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Environment·02/08/2026Résumé IA

Five Women Killed by Lightning Strikes in Jharkhand, IMD Forecasts More Storms

Five women were killed and four others injured by lightning strikes in Jharkhand's Ramgarh and Godda districts while sowing paddy. Three victims were identified in Ramgarh, while two in Godda remain unidentified. The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning for the state over the next four days.

Times of India

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US Wildfires Cause Air Quality Warnings in Canada Amid Political Tensions

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Environment·21/07/2026Résumé IA

US Wildfires Cause Air Quality Warnings in Canada Amid Political Tensions

Canadian officials in British Columbia issued air quality warnings due to smoke from US wildfires in Washington and Oregon drifting north. This follows US cities being affected by Canadian wildfire smoke, leading to political tensions and tariff threats from Donald Trump.

Guardian World

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How to Protect Your Electronics from Lightning Strikes

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Tech·07/07/2026Résumé IA

How to Protect Your Electronics from Lightning Strikes

Thunderstorms can cause significant damage to electronics, leading to costly repairs and potential fires. Proactive measures like unplugging devices during storms and investing in surge protectors can prevent losses.

Lightning Strikes Cause Multiple Blazes Across Sussex and Kent

Fire crews in Sussex and Kent battled multiple blazes caused by lightning strikes during early morning thunderstorms, with several homes seriously damaged but no casualties reported.

29,000 Lightning Strikes Hit England, Causing Flash Flooding and Disruption Amid Heatwave

Over 29,000 lightning strikes hit England overnight, causing flash flooding, travel disruptions, and fires, as the country prepares for record temperatures up to 40°C with a Met Office red alert from Wednesday.

Man saves neighbours after lightning strikes roof and fire spreads

A man in Glanaman, Carmarthenshire, saved his neighbours after a lightning strike set a house on fire. Stuart Dunn, 36, alerted the sleeping owner and another neighbour, ensuring their escape with no injuries reported.

BBC UK News

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Lightning strikes five tourists in Indonesia, killing one

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Monde·25/05/2026Résumé IA

Lightning strikes five tourists in Indonesia, killing one

Lightning struck five tourists on Mount Monrolo in Indonesia on May 24, killing a 25-year-old climber named Fauzan. The group continued their ascent despite worsening weather, including heavy rain and thunderstorms, before being struck.

Phil and Penny Knight's $2 Billion Donation to OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute

Phil and Penny Knight donated $2 billion to OHSU's Knight Cancer Institute, the largest donation to an American academic medical center. This gift reflects a decade-long strategic commitment, not a spontaneous act, highlighting the impact of sustained dedication and proven organizational capability in revolutionizing healthcare.

Uttar Pradesh Thunderstorm Kills 117, Injures 79, and Causes Widespread Destruction

A severe thunderstorm swept through Uttar Pradesh, India, killing 117 people, injuring 79, and causing extensive damage to property and livestock, with wind gusts reaching up to 130 kmph in several districts.

Times of India

Lightning strikes kill 14 in a day as seasonal storms hit Bangladesh

ACTU

27/04/2026

Lightning strikes kill 14 in a day as seasonal storms hit Bangladesh

At least ⁠14 people ⁠were killed after lightning ⁠strikes hit several parts of Bangladesh, officials said on Monday, as seasonal thunderstorms swept across the country. The deaths were ‌reported from several districts after sudden storms brought heavy rain and intense lightning on Sunday. Most of the victims were farmers working in open fields and labourers caught in ⁠exposed areas, local authorities said. Several other people were ‌injured and taken to nearby hospitals, with some in critical...

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