Three farmers were struck by lightning while toiling on a farm in Huay Yai Phrom Community in Sri Racha district last Friday, February 9.

 

According to the Sri Racha Police Station, the calamity unfolded around 5pm as an unexpected thunderstorm engulfed the area. The victims, identified as 45 year old Somchai, 40 year old Nongnuch and 18 year old Nattapong were tending to their vegetable harvest when tragedy struck.

 

The bolt’s ferocity left the trio scorched and in a state of shock from the powerful surge. Locals swiftly sprang into action, rushing the injured farmers to Sri Racha Hospital for urgent medical attention. Despite the severity of their injuries, the hospital provided a glimmer of hope, assuring concerned onlookers that the victims were in stable condition and on the path to recovery, reported Pattaya Mail.

 

Authorities issued a warning in the wake of the shocking incident, urging the public to exercise extreme caution during thunderstorms. With lightning’s unpredictable nature posing a grave threat, they advised against outdoor activities and implored individuals to seek refuge in sturdy structures or vehicles. They cautioned against proximity to metal objects, trees, and water sources, underlining the paramount importance of safety amidst the storm.

 

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I wish a quick and full recovery for the farmers....

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Authorities issued a warning in the wake of the shocking incident, urging the public to exercise extreme caution during thunderstorms. With lightning’s unpredictable nature posing a grave threat, they advised against outdoor activities and implored individuals to seek refuge in sturdy structures or vehicles. They cautioned against proximity to metal objects, trees, and water sources, underlining the paramount importance of safety amidst the storm.

Maybe their amulets were found to be attractive?

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Locals swiftly sprang into action, rushing the injured farmers to Sri Racha Hospital for urgent medical attention.

Yet the OP photo shows medical services at the scene?

Confusing?

4 hours ago, webfact said:

they advised against outdoor activities and implored individuals to seek refuge in sturdy structures or vehicles. They cautioned against proximity to metal objects, trees, and water sources, underlining

.... the predictability of lightning. 

3 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Yet the OP photo shows medical services at the scene?

Confusing?

It amazes me how the press Pattaya Mail get there, before they are taken to hospital 

5 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Yet the OP photo shows medical services at the scene?

Confusing?

Many of these news stories use stock photos, the one shown in the OP shows zero signs of rain.

2 hours ago, brianthainess said:

It amazes me how the press Pattaya Mail get there, before they are taken to hospital 

Maybe the press should be trained as paramedics?