June 06, 2026
Local officials say government assistance will be provided to the victim’s family upon application
“Suddenly, lightning struck, Sumon fell to the ground and his daughter was thrown from his arms,” police say
Fatalities occur in Gaibandha, Sirajganj, Jamalpur, Thakurgaon, Panchagarh, Bogura, and Natore
The Fire Service believes the blaze may have been caused by a lightning strike
The incident takes place in Bhabanipur village, Homna UNO says
He died from the lightning strike before reaching the hospital, says Jashore General Hospital doctor
A Rowmari hospital physician declared him dead, according to the BGB
Data shows Sunamganj, Netrokona, and Sylhet at highest risk of death by lightning strikes