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Pakistan: Lightning kills 10 after heavy rains hit east Punjab province
The rescue teams have been put on high alert across the province to meet any untoward situation. Read further on Dynamite News:
Islamabad: At least 10 people were killed, and six others injured when lightning struck parts of east Punjab province, rescue officials said.
The incidents happened in the Sheikhupura and Narowal districts of the province on Sunday, where the lightning struck several houses after heavy rainfall, the state-run rescue organization Rescue 1122 said.
Pak Minister for Climate Change Sherry Rehman said that pre-monsoon rains are forecast across the country till June 30, during which strong winds, thunder, and heavy rain are expected in various cities of Punjab.
The rescue teams have been put on high alert across the province to meet any untoward situation. (with Agency inputs)