Lightning Strike Shatters Home, One Cat Missing | Tampa News

A lightning strike sparked a devastating attic fire in Auburndale, forcing firefighters to rush in and contain the blaze — but one cat remains missing despite the homeowner escaping unharmed. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of nature’s raw power, even amid modern comforts, as crews from Polk County Fire Rescue worked to mitigate extensive damage and support the shaken family. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e4d0303698103ce8