No one injured after lightning strikes Big Oak Ranch ASCEND campus

Published
June 21, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Cahaba River Road
Incident type
Fire

Summary

Vehicle Fire Vestavia Hills Alabama in Vestavia Hills, Alabama: Lightning struck the ASCEND ministry building at Big Oak Ranch in Vestavia Hills, Alabama on Saturday afternoon, causing a fire. Birmingham Fire and Rescue crews responded to assist the Rocky Ridge Fire Department. No injuries were reported and officials are assessing the damage to the structure.

Original reporting

No one injured after lightning strikes Big Oak Ranch ASCEND campus

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