Burying someone after they survive a lightning strike is said to restore their health (Abas Muktar)Twelve people in eastern Ethiopia who survived a lightning strike were buried up to their necks for around two hours in accordance with local customs. The lightning struck a sheep at the door while we were inside a house. They dug up the ground and buried our bodies below our necks," Mr Nesro said. Lightning is seen as an act of God - when it occurs, people celebrate so as not to offend the Almighty. "What science advises is to take [survivors] to the nearest health facilities,” he said.

Source: Ethiopian News May 14, 2024 07:39 UTC