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Old 06-17-2023, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Michael 61 View Post
I got a breaking news email from that “alternative” Villages new source, that said a home in the Village of Linden was struck by lightning and burned down in last night’s thunder/lightning activity. Since this my first summer living here, was curious how often this happens - Common, Not-So-Common, One-Off?

I feel so bad for the homeowners, luckily no one was home at the time of fire, as they were up North.
I live on a golf course and I am always amazed at the golfers who are still out there when it thunders and storms are in the area. Rule of thumb is "when thunder roars, go indoors."