Couple in miraculous escape after lightning bolt wrecks their home minutes after they pop out for lunch
A COUPLE had a miraculous escape after a lightning bolt wrecked their home four minutes after they popped out for lunch.
A doorbell camera captured it striking the chimney on Sunday — destroying the roof, blowing up the boiler and frying the electrics.
The unnamed homeowners’ car was also hit by flying bricks in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire.
One said: “We made a lucky escape.
“I can’t imagine what would have happened to us if we’d have still been inside.
“We’re both still in shock.
“The damage is massive; there are three large holes in the roof, and structural damage around the door frames.
“We’re not sure when the gas and electricity can be reconnected because the damage is so extensive.
“We probably have to move out and it could be weeks.
“Even our neighbour had damage to electrical equipment and the boiler from the same strike.
“Bricks from the chimney also fell on our car.
“It’s really hard to believe.
“All our friends find it hard to believe.
“Even the home insurance were asking if we’re sure because it’s so rare.
“The community are very caring and have really helped us.”