Lightning strike destroys historic church in Spencer, MA.
TL;DR
A lightning strike caused a fire that destroyed the First Congregational Church of Spencer, Massachusetts, on Friday. The church, which was built in 1863, was completely destroyed within two hours of the first fire call. The congregation will now have to decide whether to rebuild or sell the property.
- Lightning strike sparked fire that destroyed Spencer, Massachusetts church, investigation confirms WCVB Boston
- Church steeple catches fire, collapses after being struck by lightning #Shorts USA TODAY
- Historic steeple crumbles as 160-year-old church burns down CNN
- Investigators announce cause of raging blaze that destroyed historic church in Spencer Boston 25 News
- ‘We are here for hope’: Worship continues after Spencer church destroyed in fire MassLive.com
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