Emergency crews are currently responding to multiple structure fires in Summerville, South Carolina, after heavy storms passed through the area on Friday night. The fires, believed to have been caused by lightning strikes, have affected at least two locations in the town.
Fires Reported on Lovebug Lane and Hammock Street
According to Dorchester County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), one fire was reported in the 1000 block of Lovebug Lane, while the second fire occurred on Hammock Street. Both fires are suspected to have been triggered by lightning.
Awaiting More Information on Damage
News 4 has reached out to the fire agencies that responded to the fires to gather more details on the extent of the damage caused by the lightning strikes. They are currently awaiting a response and will update the public once more information becomes available.
The storms that hit Summerville caused significant damage, including two structure fires. Emergency responders are on-site, working to contain the situation. As of now, further details about the damage are not available, but updates are expected once the fires are under control and investigations begin.
