Recent lightning strikes and heavy rains have resulted in a tragic loss of life in Pakistan and Afghanistan, with at least 36 people reported dead in Pakistan alone. The majority of the victims were farmers, many of whom were struck by lightning while harvesting wheat in eastern Punjab province. The severe weather conditions also caused houses to collapse, further contributing to the death toll.
Authorities in Pakistan's southwest have declared a state of emergency in response to the devastation caused by the storms. The capital, Islamabad, and several other provinces, including Baluchistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, have been significantly impacted by the inclement weather. Flash floods and structural damage have been reported in various regions, prompting emergency response efforts.
