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Lightning strike sets house on fire blocking road

The A975 was shut in both directions near Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Police Scotland said.

Lightning strike sets house on fire blocking road — There were no reported injuries (Martin Keene/PA). PA Media

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2nd Jun 2025

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A road was closed in both directions after a lightning strike set a house on fire.

The A975 was shut in both directions near Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Police Scotland said.

Emergency services responded to the blaze on Main Street, Newburgh, at around 3pm on Sunday, and the fire was extinguished.

There were no reported injuries.

Drivers were advised to avoid the area.

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