A lightning strike caused a fire that destroyed an uninsured home in Newton, Texas, leaving the family unharmed, and donations are being sought.

A lightning strike ignited a fire that destroyed a two-story uninsured home in Newton, Texas, on Saturday night. The homeowners, John Ebarb and his family, were not injured. Firefighters from Newton, Bon Wier, and Trout Creek extinguished the blaze. Donations of money, food, and personal hygiene supplies are currently being sought by the family; contact Captain Melanie Smith at (409) 594-3407 for more information.

April 21, 2024
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