It happen Tuesday morning in Mount Airy.
4802 Roop Rd. Mt. Airy, Md (Photo from Md. State Fire Marshal’s Office)
Mount Airy, Md (KM) A lightning strike in Mount Airy Tuesday morning caused a house fire.
Shortly after 8:00 AM, fire fighters were dispatched to 8202 Roop Road for a two-story, single family home on fire. They spent 15-minutes bringing the flames under control. There were no injuries.
The State Fire Marshal’s Office says damage is estimated at $20,000. .
Investigators say the fire originated in the basement, and is being labeled accidental.
By Kevin McManus