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A lightning strike caused a house fire in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday (July 13). The blaze ignited in the first block of Spruce Lane in Union Township, requiring multiple fire crews to bring it under control. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
According to Local 21 News, the fire was upgraded to a second alarm, and tankers were called to assist with water to combat the flames. The lightning strike that sparked the fire occurred during a period of elevated flash flood risk across central Pennsylvania.
As reported by WGAL, the cause of the fire is still under investigation, but initial assessments point to the lightning strike as the primary cause. The incident highlights the potential dangers of severe weather conditions, such as thunderstorms, which can lead to unexpected emergencies like house fires.
Local authorities are continuing their investigation to confirm the exact cause and assess the damage to the property.