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Residential fire caused by lightning, officials say

LANCASTER COUNTY — A fire that broke out at a residence in Manor Township Tuesday night was caused by lightning, according to fire officials. Crews were c...

LANCASTER COUNTY -- A fire that broke out at a residence in Manor Township Tuesday night was caused by lightning, according to fire officials.

Crews were called to the home in the 100 block of Linger Street just after 8 p.m. Upon arrival, crews discovered flames burning through the basement to the first floor as well as going up through the walls.

Multiple neighbors report seeing lightning hit the home.

Residential fire caused by lightning, officials say

No on was inside the home at the time of the blaze, officials add.

The fire has caused an estimated $100,000 in damage.

Fire officials say Tuesday night's heat and humidity created a need for additional manpower.

This story has been updated from its previous version. 

 

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