Apartment Building Struck by Lightning in Oskaloosa

Forked lightning in a dark, ominous, cloudy sky

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(Oskaloosa, IA) -- An apartment building in Oskaloosa was struck by lightning during last night’s storms.

According to the Oskaloosa Fire Department, the building’s chimney was struck around 5:00 p.m. yesterday. Initially, six apartments were evacuated, but an electrical short later caused the evacuation of the remaining residents.

Firefighters say residents are able to relocate until the chimney is removed.

Oskaloosa Fire Department


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