University Officials: Dorm Fire Started By Lightning
TUSKEGEE, Ala. — A fire that started on the Tuskegee University campus July 14 might have been the result of lightning.
The fire caused serious damage to the large West Commons apartments, a dormitory-style building, WSFA reports. The roof of the building was nearly gone after the fire ended.
The university is working to find immediate housing for affected students.
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