A South Jersey bakery was heavily damaged after it was struck by lightning during severe storms, according to a report by **Josh Bakan for Patch**. The fire happened at **L&M Bakery in Delran** on **Route 130 South** during a line of powerful thunderstorms that moved through the region.
Firefighters responded after the lightning strike sparked a blaze at the bakery. Images and reports from the scene showed significant fire and smoke coming from the building as crews worked to contain it. The incident drew attention as storms brought dangerous weather across South Jersey, including lightning intense enough to ignite the commercial property.
The report says the bakery sustained major damage as a result of the fire. Emergency responders were able to battle the flames, and the situation became one of the notable storm-related incidents in the area. The article focuses on the destruction caused by the lightning strike and the response from fire crews at the scene.
The Patch report attributes the information to **Josh Bakan**, who covered the incident and detailed how the severe weather led to the blaze at the longtime bakery. No added context beyond the reported facts was given, but the event underscores the risks that strong thunderstorms and lightning can pose to businesses and buildings.
Source: **Josh Bakan, Patch**
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