The Lagos State Police Command has disclosed that two women were fatally struck by lightning during a rainstorm in Lagos State’s FESTAC area.
The incident was reported in a statement by the spokespsrson for the State Police Command, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, on his X handle, @benHundeyin, on Saturday.
According to Hundeyin, the tragic event took place on Friday during heavy rainfall.
“Somewhere on First Avenue, FESTAC, two women remained indoors during the downpour yesterday. Lightning struck, electrocuting them instantly and causing a fire outbreak,” he revealed.
The women lived in a makeshift shelter situated under high-voltage wires. Hundeyin offered his condolences and prayed for the repose of their souls.
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