JACKSON, Wis. (WFRV) – An apparent lightning strike was the reported cause of a house fire in southeast Wisconsin after neighbors stated they heard a ‘loud boom’ in the area.
Crews say they were called to the 3700 block of Division Road in Jackson around 10:10 p.m. on April 15.
Deputies with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office say when they responded, along with numerous other agencies, they talked to neighbors, who reported hearing a loud boom.
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Smoke and flames were found coming from the home and quickly spread through the unoccupied residence.
Based on an initial investigation, deputies believe that the fire was started by a lightning strike, and the estimated damage is valued at $335,000.
No additional details were provided.
