Lightning strike probable cause of Hardin County fire

HARDIN COUNTY, Tenn. — Firefighters in Hardin County say they have “been busy” after working multiple fires within 24 hours.

📸: Hardin County Fire Department

Around 3:32 p.m. Tuesday, the Hardin County Fire Department responded to a small shed and camper fire in the 4000 block of Glendale Road.

The department says the fire occurred during a severe thunderstorm, and based on witness reports, the cause is expected to be due to a lightning strike.

Also, the department shared that around 7 Wednesday morning, they responded to a mobile home fire at 1030 Old Union Road.

📸: Hardin County Fire Department

They say the home was abandoned and the cause remains under investigation.

No injuries were reported in either of the incidents.

The Hardin County Fire Department reminds that if residents need smoke alarms, they can call (731) 925-6178 or text (731) 607-0346.

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