Lightning Strike Kills 33 Sheep and Goats in Karur

A severe lightning strike resulted in the death of 33 sheep and goats in Kumarapalayam, near Vellianai in the Karur district, on Friday. The livestock, owned by a local farmer named Krishnasamy, were sheltered in a shed at the time of the incident. The sudden electrical discharge caused significant financial loss to the owner, with the dead animals estimated to be worth approximately ₹4 lakh. Upon receiving information about the incident, veterinarians from the Department of Animal Husbandry promptly rushed to the site to conduct an official enquiry and assess the situation. This event highlights the vulnerabilities faced by rural livestock owners during periods of intense weather activity. The report, published by The Hindu, serves as a record of the accidental destruction of property and livelihood assets due to natural causes. No human casualties were reported in this specific incident, which remains focused on the agricultural impact and the subsequent administrative response by local animal welfare authorities.