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id: 93ee6e54b4
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-06 18:24 EST
updated: 2026-11-06 18:24 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Lightning-sparked fire destroys Woonsocket volunteer's family shed

A fire started by a lightning strike destroyed the family shed of a Woonsocket non-profit leader and volunteer, and the community is rallying to help.

Section: [Public Safety](/providence/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [NBC 10 WJAR](https://turnto10.com/news/local/woonsocket-community-rallies-around-longtime-volunteer-after-lightning-sparked-shed-fire-nonprofit-leader-giving-back-flames-clothes-november-6-2026), 2026-11-06 18:24 EST: Woonsocket community rallies around longtime volunteer after lightning-sparked shed fire

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