Lightning Strikes Ignite Multiple Fires Across Florida Counties

Several fires across Florida over the weekend have been attributed to lightning strikes, including wildfires in Volusia and Flagler counties, a house fire in The Villages, two attic fires in Port St. Lucie, and a brush fire in Fort Myers. Firefighters actively responded to these incidents, containing damage and preventing fires from spreading to neighboring homes, as in The Villages where the blaze was confined to a single structure with no injuries reported. In Port St. Lucie, electrical fires ignited by lightning caused attic damage in two homes, leading to temporary power disconnections by Florida Power and Light for safety. Volusia County saw multiple wildfires sparked by lightning, with crews working diligently to control them. The brush fire in Fort Myers led to road closures while responders managed the situation. Across these events, quick action by fire services was crucial in minimizing harm to people and property.