Protect yourself from lightning: MetMalaysia debunks dangerous thunderstorm myths
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 3 — Two recent deaths from lightning strikes in Malaysia and neighbouring Singapore have served as stark reminders of how quickly thunderstorms can become...
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Earlier this month, 28-year-old footballer R. Thanesh died after he was believed to have been struck by lightning during a friendly match at the Rakan Muda Lendu Complex in Alor Gajah, Melaka.
A referee was also injured in the incident.
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- Aug 2, 2026
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- Aug 15, 2026
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