Thunderstorm damages cross in Tampere, Finland
A thunderstorm struck the Pirkanmaa region on Friday, bringing with it significant weather disturbances. As a result, lightning hit a cross belonging to the Finnish Lutheran Evangelical Association in downtown Tampere. Emergency services were alerted to the situation shortly after noon. According to fire chief Juuso Nummela, a cross-shaped light fixture mounted on the exterior wall of the building caught fire and was damaged by the lightning strike. The building, located on Pellavatehtaankatu, was inspected for further damages. However, the fire department found no additional harm or signs of fire in the area.
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(via yle.fi)