Here is a description of what happened from the Town. I'd still like to find the time to ask the Fire Department for more details; far more important, to ask them for any lessons learned for the rest of us from the experts.
"Structure Fire, 107 Tharrington Place, Chapel Hill
Posted Date: 5/31/2011
At approximately 1:37 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011, the Chapel Hill Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 107 Tharrington Place. The fire occurred during a time when a severe thunderstorm was passing over the Chapel Hill area. A lightning strike was determined to be the cause of the fire.
Upon arrival, fire crews found heavy fire coming from the front gable of the two-story single family home. Firefighters worked through heavy rains and brought the fire under control in approximately 15 minutes.
Five fire companies from Chapel Hill and Orange County EMS responded to the fire. There were no reported injuries associated with the fire.
Damage is estimated at $175,000.
Please be aware that the summer months are approaching and severe thunderstorms are more prevalent during this season. We strongly encourage every household to have an emergency plan and be vigilant during severe weather."
"Structure Fire, 107 Tharrington Place, Chapel Hill
Posted Date: 5/31/2011
At approximately 1:37 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2011, the Chapel Hill Fire Department was dispatched to a reported structure fire at 107 Tharrington Place. The fire occurred during a time when a severe thunderstorm was passing over the Chapel Hill area. A lightning strike was determined to be the cause of the fire.
Upon arrival, fire crews found heavy fire coming from the front gable of the two-story single family home. Firefighters worked through heavy rains and brought the fire under control in approximately 15 minutes.
Five fire companies from Chapel Hill and Orange County EMS responded to the fire. There were no reported injuries associated with the fire.
Damage is estimated at $175,000.
Please be aware that the summer months are approaching and severe thunderstorms are more prevalent during this season. We strongly encourage every household to have an emergency plan and be vigilant during severe weather."
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