Firefighters were called to the residence at 2490 5th Avenue SE for a house that was on fire. Fire Chief Dave Schipper says the fire was reported at around 4:10 a.m. The structure was hit by a lightning strike, which according to Schipper, created a hole in the roof, and the backside of the home was on fire. Upon arrival everyone had safely evacuated the home. There was visible fire on the southeast corner exterior of the home. The fire had extended from the lower level up the back of the home to the roof. A propane tank located along side of the house was also venting off and feeding the fire. Firefighters made an aggressive exterior attack and knocked the fire down very quickly. Once the fire was knocked down the propane tank was shut-off and rendered safe. Firefighters made entry into the home and encountered light smoke throughout the house.