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Lightning sets off fireworks explosion in Sanford ahead of July 4 event

Published: July 4, 2025 at 11:36 PM

A lightning strike destroyed fireworks equipment ahead of Sanford’s Fourth of July celebration on Friday, according to the police department.

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