JARRETTSVILLE, MD — It's early, but Deputy State Fire Marshals believe a fire in Jarrettsville was caused by a lightning strike.
Thankfully, the owners of this home in the 2300 block of Schuster Road were not home at the time, but their two dogs were, and they both died in the fire.
Firefighters arrived within six minutes of getting the initial call and discovered heavy fire throughout the house.
Firefighters had to use numerous tankers to assist with putting the fire out.
The home did have fire sprinklers, investigators determined that fire had most probably originated within the attic, where sprinklers are not located.
When the fire started there were severe storms in the area and neighbors say they heard and felt a lightning strike.
The area experienced severe thunderstorms, and surrounding neighbors observed, heard, and felt a lightning strike.
A fundraiser has been started to help the family attempt to rebuild and cover basic necessities.
J'Ville Grille is also holding a fundraiser night, where all proceeds will go towards supporting the family.
