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.
(~750p) 20500 blk Greenfield Rd. Germantown, Dispatched for house fire/fire on roof, @mcfrs FFs encountered small fire on roof after lightning strike. All occupants got out and uninjured. 2 adults possibly displaced
 https://t.co/wCwWOsATbx pic.twitter.com/FTM99geTBY— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) May 31, 2025