Event Brief
Lightning strike fire destroys Florida marine research lab
Filed: Jun 17, 2026 at 7:07 PM ET
Summary: A lightning strike sparked a fire that destroyed a Florida marine research lab and ruined most equipment.
WHO: Firefighters
WHAT: Lightning strike caused a fire that destroyed a marine research lab and ruined most advanced equipment.
WHEN: Jun 17, 2026 at 6:27 PM ET
WHERE: Florida, USA
WHY: The fire was triggered by a lightning strike.
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