Loganville House Fire Caused By Lightning

LOGANVILLE, GA -- A lightning strike during a severe thunderstorm Monday caused a fire that did heavy damage to a Loganville home.

Firefighters were called at 5:07 p.m. to a report of a lightning strike and fire in the 3800 block of Glen Ian Drive SW in unincorporated Loganville.

The occupants were not home at the time and no injuries were reported.

Crews found heavy fire in the attic and flames on the second floor of the two-story brick and wood frame house.

They were able to enter the home and begin fighting the fire and had it under control by 5:44 p.m.

But fire officials say the fire burned away part of the home's roof and did heavy damage to the attic and second floor.

There was smoke and water damage throughout the rest of the house.

Gwinnett County fire officials say it appears the lightning may have hit electrical components in the attic, starting the blaze.

Neighbors who witnessed the lightning strike called 911 and kicked in the front door of the home to make sure no one was inside.

(Photo courtesy Gwinnett County Fire & Emergency Services)