THE WOODLANDS, Texas – Monday night’s severe weather caused a rocky start to the week, with lightning strikes making headlines.
For example, the KPRC 2 tower camera was rolling when Monday afternoon’s electric storms first moved through the area. Another lightning strike hit a runway at Hobby Airport, forcing it to close for repairs.
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And in The Woodlands, authorities said a home was struck by lightning, causing a small fire in the attic. Firefighters said on a social media post they were called around 5 p.m. to a home in Grogan’s Mill and initial crews at the scene reported light smoke coming from the roof.
At 5pm TWFD was dispatched to a Whisper Willow Place in Grogan’s Mill for a home that was struck by lightning. E101...
Posted by The Woodlands Fire Department on Monday, May 13, 2024
A resident at the home was also examined for smoke inhalation.
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Lightning strike from Monday (5/13) storm in North Houston
Our next round of rain is expected on Thursday.
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