A 17-year-old boy lost his life after lightening struck him.

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This was due to heavy rains at Maraba village, Kamara ward in Kuresoi North sub-county.

Area chief Jackson Koech confirmed the incident.

Speaking at Sinendet, Koech said the incident happened as the deceased made a call.

People have been urged not to use their phones, especially while connected to the earphone,  while raining.