Switzerland hit by violent storms: over 26,000 lightning strikes in hours

Rare violent storms swept across Switzerland Thursday evening, with over 26,000 lightning strikes recorded.

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Emergency services responded to fallen trees and a small fire, with no injuries reported.

The Montreux Jazz Festival was temporarily evacuated due to the storms.

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