BY KEVIN IMM

Troutman Fire Rescue, along with Shepherds, Wayside and West Iredell fire departments, responded to a report of a structure fire on Rimmer Farm Road about 2:44 a.m. Wednesday.

Troutman Engine 1 was first on scene and reported a fully involved barn on fire.

Heavy thunderstorms passed through the area and a lightning strike to the barn may ignited the blaze.

The Iredell County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause.

The barn was destroyed, and the nearby home and hay bales were damaged. No injuries were reported.

The fire was declared under control at 3:40 a.m.

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