Lightning Strike Leaves Four Adolescents Critical, Hospitals Treat

Medical teams at Ambasamudram Hospital responded quickly after a lightning bolt struck a field where four young boys were working. The youths, aged between 14 and 16, suffered severe injuries and were rushed to the emergency department. After stabilizing their conditions, they were moved to the Government Medical College Hospital in Tirunelveli for specialized care. Doctors emphasize that the ongoing storm system has increased the risk of such incidents and urge residents to stay indoors during intense electrical activity.