Two killed, six injured following lightning strike in Kwale

Asha Bekidusa
By Asha Bekidusa March 19, 2020 10:24 (EAT)
Two killed, six injured following lightning strike in Kwale
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Two people were on Thursday morning killed and six others injured following a lightning strike in Mtsamviani area in Matuga, Kwale County.

Witnesses who spoke to Citizen Digital said the eight took shelter under a tree when it started raining.

The six who sustained minor injuries have since been transferred to a hospital in Mkongani for treatment.

Area authorities have since warned residents against taking cover under trees during heavy rainfall or thunderstorms.

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