House in Texas Struck by Lightning Goes up in Flames

Doorbell camera footage from a neighbor captured a terrifying scene as lightning struck a house in Colleyville, Texas, and caught it on fire. Colleyville is a part of the Dallas/Fort Worth greater metropolitan area, just west of DFW International Airport. You can check out the footage by scrolling down this article.

Make sure you watch the video with the sound on, because the crack of the lightning is wild.

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Lightning Hits Colleyville Home Causing Fire

Lightning can and often does start fires on roofs, particularly those made of flammable materials like wood or asphalt shingles. The extreme heat of a lightning strike can ignite these materials, especially if the strike is direct or if it travels through the roof's electrical systems or plumbing.

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When lightning protection is desired, it is usually achieved by providing a path of low resistance to ground. Copper roofs offer ideal lightning protection where the copper roofing, gutters and rain leaders are electrically interconnected and reliably grounded.  

Colleyville House Catches Fire After Lightning Strike

Luckily, no one was injured in the fire. Having a fire escape plan is crucial for ensuring your family's safety. It involves identifying escape routes, designating a meeting place, practicing drills, and knowing how to respond to a fire alarm

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