On 02 November 2024, In Lamwo district there was an incident where Lightning struck 14 people to death and left 34 others injured.
The incident happened during a prayer service at a church in Zone 8, Block 2. in Palabek ettlement camp.
The victims, yet to be identified, had gathered for prayers when the rain started around 5:00 PM, and the lightning thunder struck at 5:30 PM.
Victims were evacuated to Paluda health center III
ACP KITUUMA RUSOKE
PRO- UPF