BANGLADESH Bangladesh, fatal lightning strikes: 34 victims in 2025, government focuses on rapid alerts

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The last to lose their lives were two Comilla students, while they were flying kites. Lightning is among the leading causes of death in the country, with 3,845 deaths since 2011. Despite the development of early warning systems, deaths are mainly among farmers. The government pushes for timely SMS and call alerts, but obstacles remain in rural areas. Tree planting and awareness raising as crucial preventive actions.