A tragic lightning strike has claimed the lives of two children and left two others seriously injured in Oloiborsoito village, located in Transmara, Narok County.
According to local police reports, the incident occurred on the evening of July 3 during a heavy downpour. The victims were struck by lightning while outside, leading to the instant death of a 10-month-old baby and a 7-year-old child
The injured children were rushed to Transmara West Sub-County Hospital, where they are admitted in serious condition. The bodies of the deceased were moved to the hospital’s mortuary after officers visited the scene.
Residents have now called on authorities to install lightning arresters in local schools, churches, and residential areas to avoid future incidents.
