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# freak storm

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Two children among five dead after lightning strike hits metal cross on Polish mountain

The thunderstorm hit Poland and Slovakia’s Tatra mountains.

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Aug 23rd 2019, 11:48 AM

Six tourists killed by tornadoes and violent hailstorms in northern Greece

Dozens of other people have been injured after strong winds hit the region of Halkidiki.

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Jul 11th 2019, 7:50 AM

Temporary A&E opens at Letterkenny Hospital after massive flood damage

A freak storm caused major damage to the Emergency Department at the hospital in July.

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Aug 17th 2013, 12:33 PM