Lightning Strike Causes Church Fire In Westmoreland County
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RUFFSDALE, Pa. (KDKA) -- A fire burned the Christ Reformed Church in Ruffsdale, around 6:30 p.m. Saturday.
The steeple is reported to have water damage to its sanctuary, and part of the ceiling collapsed.
The church pastor, Reverend Dennis Kletzing, says he is hopeful that insurance will cover the damages from the fire.
A firefighter was taken to the hospital after a ladder fell on him, causing him to break two fingers.
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