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Two women killed by lightning strike in Anuradhapura
Two women have died after being struck by lightning in Rambewa, Anuradhapura, earlier today (20).
The incident occurred between 12:30 p.m. and 1:00 p.m., according to police.
The victims, who were aged 61 and 26, were among three relatives working in a paddy field near Weliyo Junction in Rambewa. The group had reportedly sought shelter near a tree due to heavy rain when they were struck by lightning.
All three were rushed to the Rambewa Regional Hospital with injuries. However, two of them later succumbed to their injuries.
The third woman was subsequently transferred to the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital for further treatment.
