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Lightning strike sparks concern

The danger of lightning became obvious for a diesel mechanic shop on North Boulevard in Idaho Falls, that reported a suspected lightning hit at around 8:30 a.m. Thursday.

The Idaho Falls Fire Department sent two engines to investigate as the building was evacuated as a precaution.

There was light smoke reported in the electrical room. Workers were returning to the building by around 9 a.m.

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