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Storms Roll Through Northeast Georgia

A Patch reader photographed lighting from last night's storm. Share your photos now for a chance to win our weekly giveaway.

This cool photo of lightning from last night's storms was shared by David Uhry in Dacula Patch Pics and Clips.  He's now in the running for our weekly giveaway! Each week we're giving away a Patch gear prize pack to one winner selected at random from the readers whose photos are featured Monday through Saturday. The winner will be announced Sunday. Photos uploaded to the Featured Photos articles or to one of our neighborhood galleries qualify.

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Kristi Reed

12:52 pm on Friday, July 6, 2012

Steve - the palm tree firework is cool!!   more ›

Lightning Destroys Home

A pet dog was also rescued from the fire at a house in Lawrenceville, Ga.

  A brief storm moving through Gwinnett County Tuesday afternoon destroyed a home in unincorporated Lawrenceville. Just before 4pm, Gwinnett firefighters received a call of a lightning strike and fire at a one story ranch on the 1800 block of Lendl Court. When crews arrived, they found thick smoke and fire coming from the roof. It took firefighters just over 20 minutes to get the fire under control. No one was home at the time, but firefighters were able to rescue the homeowner's dog from the blaze. The pet is expected to be okay. The fire caused extensive damage to the home and it was deemed a total loss.

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PETology

Blame It On The Rain

Thunderstorms cause anxiety and nervousness in many dogs

Now that it's hot and humid outside, daily thunderstorms are common here in Northeast Georgia. While they may be inconvenient for us, especially when we have outdoor plans, they may be scary for our canine family members. Why are dogs so afraid of the thunder? No one really knows for sure but there are several factors that may be able to explain the cause. The most obvious reason, is because they don't like the loud noise. Also, it is thought the static electricity can make your pet very nervous and lastly, the change in barometric pressure causes anxiety and makes them uncomfortable. Whatever the reason, we knowwe cannot bear to see our babies this way. Some dogs will hide, bark constantly, try to knock down doors, scratch walls and cry, …

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Storm Causes Damage in Lawrenceville and Throughout Gwinnett

House fires, blocked roadways and trees on houses are reported from Monday's activity.

Dozens of house fires, trees downed on houses and downed power lines were reported throughout Lawrenceville and Gwinnett County on Monday as a result of the storm that ran through the county. Possible house fires due to lightning were reported Monday at a home on the 2100 block of Turtle Creek Way in Lawrenceville. Gwinnett County Fire crews responded to the scene to find  flames and smoke coming from the gable of the two-story home. The fire department is also reporting other possible fires caused by lightning strikes at 2501 Crumps Landing Circle in Snellville and 3659 Cecilia Way in Loganville, reported Capt. Tommy Rutledge of Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services. No significant damage was reported to any of the houses. Trees …

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Lightning Strikes Lawrenceville Home, Sparks Small Fire

Saturday night's storm caused damage to a number of homes in Gwinnett County.

Gwinnett fire/emergency workers were out in force Saturday night as they responded to four storm-related incidents, two caused by lightning strikes. A lightning strike caused a fire at 3347 Remembrance Trace in Lawrenceville. The occupant called 911 after smelling smoke in the basement area of the house, according to reports. The fire quickly was extinguished by first-due firefighters, and no injuries were reported. Also, lightning caused a small fire at 1154 Gulfport Run in Grayson. The fire was reported in the master bedroom, and firefighters quickly knocked down the flames. There were no injuries reported. Two incidents were in Lilburn. Trees were down across houses, one at 4083 John's Street and one at 1103 Hasty Court. Occupants were …

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