Udhampur, April 3 -- Even as authorities issued a fresh weather advisory warning of thunderstorms and lightning across the district, a tragic incident in Dudu village claimed the life of a teenage girl, injured a man, and killed 20 sheep on Friday afternoon.
According to reports, the lightning strike occurred around 3:30 PM amid sudden weather changes linked to an active western disturbance. Pushpa Devi, daughter of Rajinder Bhagat, died on the spot after being struck by lightning. A local resident, Devi Ditta, son of Mansa Ram, sustained injuries and was given first aid at PHC Dudu before being shifted to Latti Hospital, where his condition is stated to be stable.
Meanwhile, the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) has issued a ...