Three children reportedly killed by lightning in Kasama

Three children aged 13, eight and four have reportedly died after being struck by lightning in Kasama, in Zambia’s Northern Province.

According to police, the incident was reported by their father, Michael Chileshe, aged 37, who told officers that his children died suddenly after the lightning strike.

Brief facts indicate that on March 31, 2026, around 15:00 hours, Chileshe, his wife, and their three children were at home when it began to rain and they all went inside.

Northern Province Police Commanding Officer, Simunji Mulonda, said in a statement on Wednesday that lightning struck the house during the rainfall, causing the children to collapse.

They were rushed to Nkole Mfumu Mini Hospital, where they were pronounced dead.

“They will be put to rest today, April 1, 2026. Police Command in Northern Province extends deepest condolences to the bereaved family,” Mulonda said.

He added that the tragedy was too heavy for the family to bear alone and urged the community to support them during this difficult period.

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