Lightning strike leaves two sisters dead in Balakot

Published: 01:02 PM, 17 Sep, 2026
Lightning strike leaves two sisters dead in Balakot

A tragic lightning strike in Balakot tehsil of Mansehra has claimed the lives of two sisters and left their father injured after the roofs of two houses collapsed during the incident, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Thursday.

According to the reports, lightning struck in the Balakot area, causing the roofs of two houses to collapse. The sudden incident caused significant damage and trapped residents beneath the debris.

Two sisters lost their lives in the collapse, while their father sustained injuries and was shifted for medical treatment.

In a separate house, the roof also caved in following the lightning strike, leaving a husband and wife injured.

Reporter: Syed Nauman Shah

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