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Kevin Pacheco, from La Masica in Atlántida, died instantly when struck by lightning while in the Santa Ana River during an electrical storm, as heavy rains and lightning activity sweep across Honduras.

Heavy overnight rainfall in Tela, Atlántida, prompted firefighters to evacuate a family as a precaution against flooding, while collapsed storm drains and clogged drainage systems compounded by debris posed ongoing risks.

The beach in the Garífuna community of Corozal sustained damage from heavy rains and high waves, affecting a viewing platform and trees.

Henry Medrano, 31, a farm worker in El Porvenir, Atlántida, died instantly when struck by lightning while working on Tuesday; other people were reportedly injured in the same incident but authorities have not confirmed their condition.

A magnitude-4.4 earthquake struck off Honduras's north coast early June 2, the second tremor in the Caribbean in less than 24 hours; authorities reported no damage or injuries from either event.