74 people, including 35 farmers, died from lightning strikes in Bangladesh over 38 days; experts link it to climate change, deforestation, and tall tree decrease.
74 people, including 35 farmers, died from lightning strikes in Bangladesh over the past 38 days (8 Feb - 8 May), with experts attributing the increased frequency to climate change, deforestation, and reduced tall trees. At least 2,800 people have been killed by lightning in Bangladesh since 2011. To mitigate deaths, experts suggest increasing awareness, installing lightning absorber towers, and issuing accurate weather forecasts.
May 09, 2024
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