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House Fire in Damascus Likely Caused by Lightning Strike

A house fire on Sweet Cherry Lane in Damascus last night has left a family of five displaced.

Chief Spoksperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Pete Piringer reports that the fire originated on the deck/roof of the home and was likely the result of a lightning strike during last night’s storm.

The family was able to escape with no injuries. One firefighter is reported to have suffered non life-threatening injuries.

Update – 24810 Sweet Cherry La, Damascus; Cause, under investigation; Damage $800K, incl >$50K collateral heat damage (neighbor’s houses); Area of Origin, deck/roof; 1 family (2 adults/3kids) displaced; all occupants got out prior to @mcfrs arrival, FFs encountered heavy fire https://t.co/JFTUvGruYh pic.twitter.com/rwM6D6YUCl

— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) June 15, 2021