Lightining kills four in Bengal
Nadia, West Bengal, June 25 (UNI) At least four people, including a 10-year-old boy, were killed and six wounded critically when lightning struck them at Chapra-Hatra village in the district this afternoon.
Police said all six received burn injuires and were admitted to a local hospital.
The mishap occurred when they were farming their lands.
The victims- identified as Al Hauj Mahandar (30), Ansur Mahaldar (40), Abjal Shiekh (25) and Najrum Mondol (10), police added.
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Story first published: Monday, June 26, 2006, 18:57 [IST]