Fire erupts at Cook County home after reported lightning strike

  • Source: WFLD-TV FOX 32 Chicago
  • Published: 07/25/2024 12:00 AM

PHOTOS: A fire broke out at a home in unincorporated Orland Township Tuesday night. Around 10:30 p.m., a homeowner in the 165000 block of Lee Avenue called 911 to report that he suspected his property may have been struck by lightning. He stated that his house shook and that he was experiencing electrical issues. Additionally, the homeowner walked through the house to check all the rooms but did not see anything out of the ordinary. He said he also checked the attic but didn't notice any damage. The Orland Fire Protection District sent crews to the home to do an inspection. Minutes later, the homeowner called 911 again and told the dispatcher that he smelled a heavy odor of smoke. The response was then upgraded to a reported structure fire. Firefighters arrived at the scene in minutes and found heavy smoke coming from the back of the house.



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