Lightning Blast Tears Huge Hole in Surrey Home Roof – Family Escapes Unscathed!
Firefighters Battle Fierce Blaze in Quiet Bletchingley Village
A bolt of lightning slammed into a house in sleepy Surrey village of Bletchingley, ripping a massive hole in the roof and igniting a fierce loft fire. The drama unfolded around 4.30pm on Wednesday on Barfields, off Castle Street.
The young family living there were out at the time and thankfully escaped without a scratch. Fire crews from across Surrey rushed to the scene to tackle the blaze.
Neighbours Shocked by Explosive Strike
Local residents described the terrifying moment the lightning hit. One neighbour said:
“At first, I thought it was an explosion. The house next door to me rocked, and my friend nearby heard a loud crack. It was all very scary.”
Neighbours sprang into action, alerting the family and calling the fire brigade, preventing what could have been a tragic disaster.
Scorching Damage in Quiet Cul-De-Sac
Photos show a gaping hole in the roof of the detached property, leaving the loft badly damaged. The quiet street remains shaken by the extraordinary strike.
Thankfully, with quick-thinking neighbours and a swift fire crew response, the damage was contained, and the family remains safe.
