An Investigation is Underway Following Possible Lightning Strike Causes House Fire in Powell

An Investigation is Underway Following Possible Lightning Strike Causes House Fire in Powell

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The Knox County Fire Investigation Unit is looking into a house fire in Powell which is believed to have started by a lightning strike.

Rural Metro Fire Crews called to the scene Saturday night after a Knox County Sheriff’s Deputy spotted the fire around the same time neighbors reported heavy lightning in the area.

Crews found fire coming from the the attic and everyone inside made it out safe with no injuries reported.