Lightning Strike Ignites Attic Fire in Clearwater Home
A lightning strike caused a fire in the attic of a Clearwater home on Thursday, temporarily displacing the family living there.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 30, 2026 —
A lightning strike is believed to have caused a fire that broke out in the attic of a residence in Clearwater on Thursday. The incident led to the temporary displacement of the family residing in the home.
The exact cause of the fire has been attributed to a lightning strike, according to initial reports. The fire occurred in the attic space of the Clearwater home.
As a result of the fire, the family living in the house was forced to leave their residence. The extent of the displacement was described as temporary.
Further details regarding the specific address of the home, the condition of the property, or the duration of the family’s displacement were not immediately available.
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