ORLANDO, Fla. — Eight people were displaced Friday afternoon after a lightning strike sparked a fire at the Plantation Gardens apartment complex, the Orlando Fire Department said.
The fire was reported just after 4:30 p.m. in the area of Lake Underhill and Conway roads, officials said.
A total of 12 apartments were affected by the fire.
No one was injured in the fire.
No other information was immediately released on the incident.
Lake Underhill remains closed near Conway for Plantation Gardens complex fire. No injuries. 12 apartments affected.
— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) June 16, 2017
Fire caused by lightning strike to attic. Red Cross will be notified for number of residents displaced. Assistant Chief on scene.
— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) June 16, 2017
Update: 8 adults displaced after Plantation Gardens fire. pic.twitter.com/g4Q2XigwkI
— Orlando Fire Dept (@OrlandoFireDept) June 16, 2017
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