Lightning Strike Ignites Brush Fire Along Route 106

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department

Photo by West Weathersfield Fire Department
Weathersfield, VT - West Weathersfield Fire Department responded to a tree and brush fire along Route 106 after a lightning strike sparked a vegetation fire during overnight storm activity.
Crews arrived to find active fire conditions in roadside brush and trees, quickly initiating suppression efforts to contain the spread and protect the surrounding area.
Firefighters remained on scene for an extended period, working through hotspots to ensure full extinguishment.
The incident was one of multiple calls handled by the department during the night, reflecting the impact of storm conditions on operations.