Lightning Strike Kills Three in Madhya Pradesh as Severe Storm Alerts Continue
Authorities cancelled events, urging residents to stay indoors after sudden squalls with gusty thunderstorms caused flooding at district helipads.
Overview
- On May 29, lightning struck under a mango tree in Bara village, Semariya area, killing Ashish Vasudeva (32), his wife Jyoti (26) and their son Kishan (8).
- Two other family members, Naina Vasudeva (2) and Premlal Vasudeva (55), sustained injuries and were admitted to Sanjay Gandhi Medical College for treatment.
- The India Meteorological Department issued alerts for heavy rain, thunderstorms and winds exceeding 60 km/h across districts including Sheopur, Sagar, Pandhurna, Damoh and Raisen.
- The current weather falls within the Nautapa phase of peak summer heat, which often brings unpredictable pre-monsoon storms through June 8.
- Chief Minister Mohan Yadav cancelled his planned visit to Chhatarpur after flooding submerged the Gaurihar helipad, highlighting the scope of disruptions.