Two farmers in Karnataka's Bidar district tragically lost their lives after being struck by lightning during a thunderstorm, highlighting the dangers of seeking shelter under trees during severe weather.
Key Points
- Two farmers in Bidar, Karnataka, died after being struck by lightning.
- The incident occurred during a thunderstorm while the farmers were working in their fields.
- The farmers sought shelter under a mango tree when lightning struck.
- Police have cautioned people against taking shelter under trees during thunderstorms.
Two farmers were killed after being struck by lightning during a thunderstorm in Bidar district, police said on Friday.
Tragic Incident Details
The victims have been identified as Revanasiddha (28), a resident of Navadagi, and Yallalinga (28) from Jevargi.
According to police, the incident occurred in Navadagi village of Bhalki taluk on Thursday evening when both were working in their agricultural fields.
"As it suddenly began to rain, the two men took shelter under a mango tree in the field. Lightning struck the same tree, resulting in their death on the spot," police said.
Police Investigation And Warning
Khatak Chincholi police have registered a case in this regard.
Police also cautioned people from taking shelter under trees during thunderstorms.
