Overview
- The lightning struck attendees at Dertig Sports Ground on 3 January, stopping the annual festival immediately for safety.
- The North West Health Department says 150 people sought care, 49 were admitted to Mathibestad Community Health Centre, and 13 critical patients were moved to Jubilee Hospital.
- Emergency Medical Services reinforced the response with two North West ambulances, two Gauteng ambulances, and Planned Patient Transport support.
- Health officials reported the majority of patients had mild burns related to the strike.
- The Moretele municipality offered condolences, pledged community updates, and said Mayor Masango George will visit the families of the deceased.