Lightning is suspected behind house fires in Broomfield, Evergreen and Erie on Thursday as severe weather moved across the Front Range.
Officials reported the separate fires sparked after 4 p.m., not long after the day’s sunshine was darkened by storm clouds that also brought a confirmed tornado to the Eastern Plains.
The Broomfield fire happened on West 154th Avenue, North Metro Fire Rescue posted on social media.
“Occupants escaped with their dogs with no injuries. Crews quickly extinguished the fire, containing most of the damage to the roof and attic,” the fire department posted on social media at 4:25 p.m.
North Metro said it was uncertain whether the family can stay at the home because of the damage. Firefighters continued to check for hotspots around 4:45 p.m. but some crews had cleared the scene by then.