Lightning struck and killed eight cows in the Ori-Ohin community located in Ifon, the headquarters of the Ose Local Government Area in Ondo State.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday evening during a heavy rainstorm, has caused alarm among the local residents.
Olayinka Ayanlade, spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, confirmed the incident during a phone interview with our Channels Television.
He expressed concern over the unfortunate event, emphasizing that it was a natural occurrence. Ayanlade also stated that police officials have engaged with community leaders to prevent any potential disputes arising from the incident.
A similar event took place in 2019 in Ijare, a town in the Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State, where thunder and lightning resulted in the deaths of 36 cows on a hill in the area.