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Lightning strikes home in Livingston Parish, sparks attic blaze

5 years 6 months 2 days ago Wednesday, July 10 2019 Jul 10, 2019 July 10, 2019 9:55 PM July 10, 2019 in News
Source: WBRZ

SPRINGFIELD - Lightning in Livingston Parish caused some trouble for a homeowner Wednesday evening.

Firefighters responded to the house on Highway 1037 after a bolt of lightning caused a fire in the attic. Crews were quickly able to put it out.

Damage to the home was minimal. Thankfully, no one was injured.

In a separate incident, a tree fell across Walker N., north of Springfield Road. Sheriff Jason Ard praised the citizens driving by to stop and help clean up the mess.

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