Lightning Strike Sparks Omaha House Fire

Investigators say a lightning strike during a Sunday afternoon thunderstorm caused a house to catch fire near 154th and Fowler Avenue.

No one was home at the time of the fire, which was reported around 3:45  When firefighters arrived they found smoke coming from the roof.  Crews quickly extinguished a fire in the attic.  Two adults and four children who live there were displaced and the Red Cross is assisting them . 

Damage is estimated at $30,000.


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