A deadly thunderstorm struck the Obidi community in Agwa, located in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State, on Tuesday, leaving three people dead and four others critically injured. The tragedy occurred during a brief rainfall in the evening of April 8, with local sources confirming the shocking loss of life.
A resident of the area, revealed that the thunderstorm’s ferocity caught everyone off guard, as the rain was relatively light.
“It was just a small rain that fell yesterday, yet three people were struck by lightning and died instantly. Four others are seriously injured. We’ve never witnessed anything like this before,” he said.
The incident has caused widespread panic in the community, with residents questioning why such a catastrophic event occurred under seemingly normal weather conditions. Many are grappling with the unexpected nature of the tragedy, as the rainfall had been far from heavy or severe.
According to The Sun, in the wake of the storm, a video surfaced on social media, showing the devastated community. Mourners were seen wailing in grief, further confirming the tragic loss of lives. The residents of Obidi remain in shock, struggling to understand the reasons behind the fatal thunderstorm.
