Germantown

Lightning Strike Sparks Roof Fire

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded around 7:50 p.m. on Friday to a house fire in the 20500 block of Greenfield Road in Germantown.

According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters encountered a small fire on the roof, believed to be caused by a lightning strike. All occupants were unharmed, though two adults may be displaced.

We will provide an update if additional verified information becomes available.