Lightning Sparks Multiple House Fires, Injures Two Firefighters in Apopka, Oklahoma City

Severe lightning storms caused multiple residential fires in both Oklahoma City and Apopka, Florida, resulting in significant property damage but no reported civilian injuries. In Oklahoma City, three house fires were reported early Wednesday morning, with lightning suspected as the cause in at least two cases, and residents evacuated safely. Apopka experienced a more intense storm on Sunday night, with four houses catching fire due to lightning strikes, including one blaze that sent flames shooting 100 feet into the air. The Apopka Fire Department responded to multiple sites, working alongside Orange County Fire Rescue, and two firefighters sustained minor injuries during the response. Neighbors described the storm as unusually intense and frightening, with some taking extra precautions for safety during the event. Authorities highlighted the incident as a reminder of the dangers posed by severe weather and praised the coordinated emergency response efforts.