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Lightning and thunder rattle houses, breaks windows in West Seattle

The lightning struck a tree, which then hit a house. No one was hurt.

SEATTLE — A lightning strike hit in a West Seattle neighborhood Friday night, knocking a tree down as thunder rattled windows in several houses.

Residents said a loud boom shook the entire neighborhood. Some thought the sound was an explosion.

The tree that was hit did minor damage to one home, and at least one window was broken.

No one was hurt, and the lightning did not ignite any fires.

There is a chance of isolated thunderstorms on Saturday. Check the complete forecast here.

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