BalticsPublished: 23 August 2026 at 11:35

One dead in storm that hit Lithuania

A storm that swept through Lithuania on Saturday killed one person and injured two others, officials say.

A powerful storm struck Lithuania on Saturday, leaving one person dead, local authorities have reported.

In addition to the fatality, two other people were injured in the storm. Further details about the circumstances, the exact location, or the identities of those affected have not yet been made public.

Authorities are continuing to assess the damage caused by the storm.

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