'It was terrifying' - Tyneside family's horror after their home was struck by lightning
26-06-2026 14:23 via chroniclelive.co.uk

'It was terrifying' - Tyneside family's horror after their home was struck by lightning

The lightning strike blew all of the electrics inside the house and caused a gas leak
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