LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. -- Gwinnett County crews responded to a fire at a condominium building that authorities said might have been sparked by lightning.
According to Gwinnett County Firefighter Captain Tommy Rutledge, crews went to the scene on Mateo Walk SW just after 6 p.m. They managed to put the flames out, but it appears that two condo units were damaged. Smoke also went inside of a third adjoining unit.
Residents reported seeing a flash of lightning followed by a loud boom. They noticed that electrical outlets were blown and that flames were coming from the building.
No residents were hurt. However, a firefighter injured his ankle. He was taken to the hospital to receive treatment. The Red Cross was also contacted to provide assistance
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