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Lightning strike sparks fire at Texas City home with mom, baby inside
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Jillian Hartmann , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local
· September 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The mother was in a bedroom with her 3-month-old son when the lightning struck. A fire broke out at a home after being struck by lightning.
A fire broke out at a home after being struck by lightning. Officials report an increase in house fires caused by lightning, and homeowners can take precautions to protect their properties. A mother and her baby were inside the house when the incident occurred.
The mother was in a bedroom with her 3-month-old son when the lightning struck. Further information about the incident is available from the source, including details about the fire and measures that can be taken to prevent such incidents.
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Category: safety Published: September 3, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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