A 13-year-old girl was killed by lightning in Agiki-agengo village, Alwe parish, Agengo sub-county in Agago District on 25th April 2022 following a heavy downpour on Monday evening.
Susan Akello, the deceased, a resident of Agiki-agengo village Alwe parish, was struck dead during the heavy downpour which began at around 3:30 pm and lasted for more than two hours.
According to the LC3 chairman of Agengo Sub- County, Simon Oromakecha, the deceased’s body was found by Yasinto Kilama who reported the incident to the deceased family. She was reportedly heading to her aunt’s place in Gwere parish along with other four people who didn’t sustain any serious injuries.
Mr. Oromakecha advised the residents to avoid taking shelter under trees, walking, and talking on the phone when it is raining since it exposes them to the risk of being hit by lightning.
"Police gave the family greenlight to bury the deceased since the cause of death was known," He added.
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