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Lightning strike ignites trees in Webster
September 06, 2025 | NEW HAMPSHIRE
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Photo by Webster Fire Department
Photo by Webster Fire Department
Photo by Webster Fire Department
Photo by Webster Fire Department
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WEBSTER, N.H. (Sept. 6, 2025) — A lightning strike set several trees on fire Saturday after an afternoon thunderstorm moved through the area, officials said.
Webster Fire Chief C-1 investigated reports of smoke on Blackberry Road and found three trees struck and a fourth burning.
Crews in Forestry 1 and Tanker 2 responded and quickly contained the fire, preventing it from spreading in the dry conditions.
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