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In a tragic incident in the African country of Uganda, fourteen people died after lightning struck a refugee camp on Sunday. This accident occurred when people had gathered to pray. The accident occurred on Saturday in the remote Lamvo district, where 34 people were also injured, according to police.
Providing information on Sunday’s incident, police spokesperson Kituma Rusoke said another 34 people are seriously injured. He also said that the deceased have not yet been identified. The incident occurred when refugees had gathered to pray in a temporary structure. They were all struck by a sudden lightning bolt.
South Sudanese refugees
Most of the people in the Palabek camp in Uganda are refugees from South Sudan, who have been forced to take refuge here due to the ongoing civil war in their country. These refugees often live in inhumane conditions and lack essential resources. People living in refugee camps face many problems, including lack of health services and insufficient food.
In the East African country of Uganda, lightning is common during the rainy season, and this phenomenon is a serious consequence of that season. Every year hundreds of people lose their lives due to lightning in this area. Incidents of this type have also occurred in recent years, resulting in massive loss of life.
Highlights the plight of refugees.
The disaster highlights the plight of refugees in Uganda and shows how natural disasters can worsen conditions for those already in crisis. Local and international communities must take concrete measures to prevent such incidents, in order to ensure the safety and well-being of refugees.
