Assam: 18 elephants killed in lightning strikes in Nagaon
The preliminary investigation suggests that the elephants died due to electrocution caused by lightning. Elephants killed in lightning in Assam’s Nagaon district on Thursday (Image for representation)
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Updated: May 14, 2021, 01:40 PM IST
At least 18 elephants were found dead in Assam’s Nagaon district on Thursday (May 13). According to Assam Forest Minister Parimal Suklabaidya, the initial investigation suggests that the elephants died due to electrocution caused by lightning. However, the exact reason can only be confirmed after post mortem.
Speaking to ANI, the minister said, It is a very saddening incident. This has never happened before in the Assam forest. Today afternoon, when it was raining, a thunderstruck and 18 elephants died.” He further informed that he will be visiting the spot on Friday and a post mortem of the elephants will be conducted.