Crime & Safety

Medford Fire May Have Been Caused By Lightning

Officials say lightning may have caused a two-alarm fire on Dover Street that sent one firefighter to the hospital.

MEDFORD, MA — A two-alarm fire broke out in Medford Thursday morning, according to reports. The fire happened on Dover Street just after 1 a.m.

Crews responded to reports of smoke before finding heavy flames at the home, WHDH reported. One firefighter was hospitalized with minor injuries.

Investigators believe a lightning strike may have caused the fire.

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