Police of Oyam have registered an incident in which lightning struck Global View Primary School in Nora village, Kamdini sub-county, Oyam district.
The strike happened on February 17 at around 3pm, police say. “The strike resulted in injuries to sixteen pupils, who were taken to Diicunyi Health Centre III, and one teacher, Otim Jimmy, who was taken to Atapara Hospital for medical attention.
An additional statement by the police PRO for North Kyoga Region, SP Jimmy Patrick Okema said another teacher, identified as Joseph, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at Atapara Hospital.
Police officers from Kamdini responded promptly to the incident using vehicle UP 9771, driven by Sergeant Akena under the supervision of Sergeant Opira.
“The victims were transported to the respective health facilities, and the scene will be revised as part of ongoing investigations”
The PRO added that the particulars of the sixteen pupils are yet to be obtained.
“We will continue to investigate the incident thoroughly to establish all circumstances and ensure appropriate measures are taken.
“Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.”
tndNews, Uganda understands that the school management had not installed lighting arresters.
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