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Most parts of Kerala, the southern districts in particular, received heavy rainfall on Tuesday with summer showers intensifying. Three deaths on account of lightning was reported from the state capital. The state is expected to receive heavy rainfall in the next few days, according to Met forecast. The deceased were identified as Jagan Purushothaman, 50, of Kunnukuzhy, and Freddy, 55, and Michael Adima, 56, of Puthiyathura. Jagan was reportedly clearing a drain next to his house when the lightning bolt struck him.

Freddy and Michael were inspecting a fishing net in shed on the beach when they were hit by lightning.