Lightning Bolt Hits Home In North Metro, Causes Attic Fire

BRIGHTON, Colo. (CBS4) - Firefighters rushed to a home in Brighton on Saturday after they say it was hit by lightning.

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The bolt caused a fire in the attic at 34th Court and Grove Street.

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Crews were able to extinguish the fire and save pets from inside. They add lightning strikes are difficult to fight because it travels inside the building.

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According to officials, no one appears to be hurt.

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