Kingston home struck by lightning during storm, officials say

Timothy Nazzaro

May 23, 2024 at 4:35 PM·1 min read

Authorities are investigating after a home was struck by lightning on Thursday afternoon.

According to the Kingston Fire Department, the strike happened just before 12:30 p.m. at a house on West Street.

Two off-duty Duxbury firefighters were reportedly next door and alerted responding crews of a fire in the attic.

In about 30 minutes, officials say the fire was brought under control.

There were no reports of any injuries.

Fire departments from Duxbury, Plympton, and Pembroke all assisted at the scene.

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