Lightning Strike Sparks Fire, Downs Power Line in Fort Lauderdale
A powerful lightning strike in the Lake Ridge neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale ignited fence wiring, causing a fire and bringing down a live power line. The incident, which occurred early Monday morning, also melted light fixtures and scorched nearby columns.…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 3, 2026 —
A significant lightning strike in Fort Lauderdale’s Lake Ridge neighborhood early Monday morning triggered a fire that ignited fence wiring and brought down a live power line. The intense electrical event also caused damage to light fixtures, melting them, and scorching nearby columns.
Residents in the area reported hearing loud noises, described as “booms,” during the incident. Some witnesses observed what they called a “ball of yellow fire,” indicating the severity of the electrical discharge.
The full extent of the damage and any potential power outages resulting from the downed line were not immediately available. Emergency services responded to the scene following the strike.
Story summarized from the original created by Matthew Garcia on wsvn.com, see more information here.
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