BURLINGTON, Mass. — Two people were injured after a home was allegedly hit by lightning during Tuesday’s storms.
According to the Burlington Fire Department, they received a call about a possible lightning strike at 25 Cutting Lane just before 8:15 p.m.
Responding crews saw smoke coming from the left side of the house and the garage.
A man sustained burns to his hands and a woman was evaluated for smoke inhalation, according to officials. Both were transported to an area hospital.
Investigators say based on preliminary evidence that a control pad for the irrigation system, located inside the garage, may have been hit by lightning.
Framing around a window was burnt and the garage sustained some wire damage, according to authorities.
Power to the home has since been turned off.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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