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  2. Lightning strike sparks house firepublished at 10:28 British Summer Time 23 August 2021

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    A house caught fire in Coalville after being struck by lightning at the weekend.

    Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called to the home on Ashby Road at 01:17 on Sunday.

    House on fire in CoalvilleImage source, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service

    They said they tackled the blaze throughout the early hours and left the scene at 07:23.

    The roof and first floor of the property were damaged with fire and water but no neighbouring properties were affected.

    No-one was injured.

    lightning strike house fire CoalvilleImage source, Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service
  3. Today's weather for the East Midlandspublished at 08:04 British Summer Time 23 August 2021

    BBC Weather

    A cloudy and dry start to the week with some mist or fog around.

    Later in the afternoon, cloud will break up to reveal lengthy sunny spells for most. A maximum temperature of 21°C (70°F).

    MatlockImage source, AbbeyDale