Two homes and a commercial garage have been struck by lightning, sparking fires.
Jersey Fire and Rescue Service initially said it was dealing with a couple of property fires near Les Quennevais School.
Not 100% but sounded like the lightning hit the house 😱. Calls have been made and hope everyone's OK. pic.twitter.com/erSSXwedtL
— Rory Steel (@JerseyITGuy) September 8, 2021
It has since been confirmed that fire crews were called to deal with three fires caused by simultaneous lightning strikes.
At one home in Les Quennevais, the chimney was hit and exploded, causing a blaze.
Damage was caused to four areas of the roof and loft space. The home has since been made safe and weatherproof.
A nearby garage was struck, with fuel vapour sparking flames.
The third incident was at a home in St Ouen, where a lightning strike caused structural and electrical damage.
No one was injured.
New online map and app to report Asian Hornets
Channel Island ferry service hopes to double passenger numbers in 2026
Revised Strive hotel plans given the go ahead
South Hill skatepark gets green light
Health and care charities worth £137m to Jersey
'Not finding guilt is a verdict' says Human Rights Group on retrial law
Date set for new vape tax to take effect
Youth Assembly backs vape ban, but narrowly rejects social media ban
