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The aim is to examine lightning as a significant public health hazard in India, particularly its impacts and mitigation strategies.

April 10, 2026Open Access

Understanding Lightning as a Public Health Hazard: A Comprehensive Narrative Review

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This narrative review examines lightning impacts on public health in India, highlighting necessary safety measures.

The aim is to examine lightning as a significant public health hazard in India, particularly its impacts and mitigation strategies.
Conducted a narrative review using various online databases and government reports.
Included studies published between 2000 and 2025.
Analyzed data qualitatively, focusing on injury mechanisms, epidemiology, impacts, and mitigation.
Utilized keywords related to lightning, climate change, and public health.
Lightning is a leading cause of weather-related deaths in India, especially in rural areas.
Victims are primarily outdoor workers, with incidents peaking during the monsoon season.
Socio-economic factors and unsafe housing heighten vulnerability.
Technological interventions and early warning systems have reduced fatalities in recent years.

Singh et al. (2026) studied this question.

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