Three people were killed in two separate lightning strikes in Dirai and Bishwamvarpur upazilas of the district today (June 17). 

The deceased were identified as Abdul Malek, 38, hailed from Dirai upazila, Joinal Mia, 35, and Selim Mia, 25. They were the residents of Bishwamvarpur upazila. 

Abdul Malek died as lightning struck him when he was fishing in a Haor during rain this morning. He died on the spot.

Officer-in-Charge of Dirai Thana Kazi Moktadir Hossain confirmed. 

Besides, Joinal Mia and Selim Mia were injured in another lightning strike this morning when removing sand in the River Dhopajan in Bishwamvarpur upazila. They succumbed to their injuries on the way to Sunamganj Sadar Hospital.

Officer-in-Charge of Siful Alam of Bishwamvarpur Thana confirmed.

BDST: 2006 HRS, JUNE 17, 2023
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