CHARLOTTE — Charlotte Fire Department crews put out a 2-alarm fire at an apartment complex in 90 minutes early Sunday morning that was caused by Mother Nature, according to officials.
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It started at an apartment building on Tremaine Court just after 3 a.m. Flames were visible when firefighters arrived. A second alarm was struck shortly after the fire started, officials said.
A lightning strike caused the fire, according to officials. There was estimated to be $250,000 in damage. Red Cross is on scene, assisting residents.
It took 60 firefighters to control the fire. A Channel 9 crew at the scene could see firefighters still putting out hotspots in the area around 6 a.m. and several parts of the building were damaged.
A firefighter sustained minor injuries.
This a developing story. Check back for updates.
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