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40 injured and 6 centimeters of hail: the balance of the strong storm in Switzerland, after intense storm
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40 injured and 6 centimeters of hail: the balance of the strong storm in Switzerland, after intense storm

On Saturday, August 29, Switzerland reported the aftermath of a severe storm that occurred on Friday, August 28, causing large hailstones up to 6 centimeters in diameter, strong winds, and injuries to around 40 people, including children. The storm affected several regions, particularly in the cantons of Zurich, Aargau, Solothurn, and Schaffhausen, leading to property damage, power outages, and disruptions in transportation such as suspended train services and flight delays at Zurich Airport. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage, while reports indicate over 46,000 lightning strikes were recorded during the event.

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40 injured and 6 centimeters of hail: the balance of the strong storm in Switzerland, after intense storm

On Saturday, August 29, Switzerland reported the aftermath of a severe storm that occurred on Friday, August 28, causing large hailstones up to 6 centimeters in diameter, strong winds, and injuries to around 40 people, including children. The storm affected several regions, particularly in the cantons of Zurich, Aargau, Solothurn, and Schaffhausen, leading to property damage, power outages, and disruptions in transportation such as suspended train services and flight delays at Zurich Airport. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage, while reports indicate over 46,000 lightning strikes were recorded during the event.

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