Lightning strike causes house fire in Jefferson County

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) - A lightning strike caused a house fire in Jefferson County Saturday evening, according to Jefferson County Fire Rescue (JCFR).

The fire rescue said “heavy smoke” was coming out of the front of the home when they arrived. They said they were able to quickly stop the spread of the fire and help prevent damage.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, MVFD, LVFD, and WVFD assisted in the response.

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