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        Windy with a mix of clouds and sun this morning then becoming cloudy this afternoon. High near 90F. Winds ESE at 20 to 30 mph. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph..

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        Evening clouds will give way to clearing overnight. Low 61F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.

        Updated: April 19, 2026 @ 7:33 am

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    Lightning strike causes house fire

    • Jul 27, 2016
    • Jul 27, 2016 Updated Oct 26, 2016
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    A home on the east side was heavily damaged when lightning struck its roof during a storm Tuesday night. Video courtesy of Tucson Fire Department.

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    Lightning strike leads to east side house fire

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