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Lightning strike causes fire at Farmington Hills home
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jenny Sherman , WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Fire officials received a call around 5 a.
A fire broke out at a home in Farmington Hills after an apparent lightning strike. The incident occurred on Morningview Street, near Middlebelt Road. m.
and responded quickly to the scene. The homeowners, who were sleeping at the time, were not injured. Two adults and two children were in the home when the lightning struck, causing damage between the first and second floor.
Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire within minutes of arriving. Further details about the incident are being investigated by fire officials, including Farmington Hills Fire Marshal Jason Baloga. The scene is still being assessed, and more information may be available from the source.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 10, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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