House fire after lightning struck the house following an intense thunderstorm in Durban
Multiple alerts and concerned neighbors reported hearing a loud bang followed by a power failure in the Trenance Park Area, Phoenix.
Moments later a fire broke out at the home where it’s believed Lightning had struck.
Community members attempted to assist whilst emergency services were dispatched via KZNVIP Control centre to the scene, upon arrival large flames where noted on the read of the property causing extensive damage.
Fire department arrived swiftly and managed to extinguish the fire after a short while.
The scene was cordoned off to ensure the safety of Community members and others who were onlookers.
A female was treated on scene for smoke inhalation and also anxiety attack following the incident, no other injuries were reported and the family escaped unharmed.
We thank all our emergency services whos response was ever so swift and also to those who assisted the family.
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– Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) November 4, 2024
