Connecticut
Lightning strike causes several people to be temporarily displaced in CT fire
Several people in Bridgeport are being provided shelter after a lightning strike caused a structure fire Friday night.
Bridgeport firefighters responded to 80 Lindley St. around 8 p.m. for reports of lightning striking the roof of a multi-family home, according to Bridgeport’s Director of Public Information Tiadora Josef. As firefighters arrived to the home, flames were observed coming from the roof area. The fire was quickly put out and no injuries were reported.
The Red Cross is providing shelter for six adults, two children, and two pets that lived inside the home. The fire is being investigated by the Fire Marshal’s Office.
Stephen Underwood can be reached at sunderwood@courant.com