Lightning Strike Detonates Fireworks at Sanford July 4 Celebration

A lightning strike triggered fireworks at Sanford’s Fourth of July event, city officials said. No injuries were reported, and Mayor Art Woodruff confirmed the fireworks show was canceled. The rest of the celebration continued as planned until 9 p.m. Pyrotechnic experts say lightning can set off fireworks due to the high voltage passing through electric igniters.