Seven head of cattle was struck by lightning in Chipinge today (yesterday)
A CHIPINGE farmer was today left counting losses after his seven head of cattle was struck by lightning, while a violent storm left a trail of destruction in Chipinge town.
Mr Amos Ngazimbi of Lot 1 of Lelisvlei Farm in Clearwater, Chipinge, said he was shocked to lose his cattle in this way.
A violent storm left a trail of destruction in Chipinge town
A violent storm left a trail of destruction in Chipinge town
“It is a terrible loss to me. Losing my cattle like this is real painful. The incident occurred around 12-midday when we received unexpected rains.
“There were no signs that a storm will hit us, but things changed over a short time. My herd boy approached me while I was sitting in my house to inform me that a lightning bolt had struck and killed seven of my cattle. I was left with 25 beasts,” he said.
A violent storm left a trail of destruction in Chipinge town
A violent storm left a trail of destruction in Chipinge town
The violent storm also destroyed roads, vehicles and school infrastructure in Chipinge town.
Three vehicles that were parked in the CBD were damaged by a falling tree.
