NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsAugust 21, 2026Hillsborough
Lightning strike destroys Wesley Chapel apartment building and displaces 200 residents
A lightning strike caused a three-alarm fire at the Cobalt Apartments in Wesley Chapel on Thursday afternoon. The incident resulted in the destruction of an apartment building and the displacement of approximately 200 residents.
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The fire has resulted in the immediate loss of housing for 200 residents in the Wesley Chapel area.
Key Facts
- A lightning strike was identified as the cause of the fire.
- The fire was classified as a three-alarm event.
- The fire occurred at the Cobalt Apartments in Wesley Chapel.
- Approximately 200 residents were displaced by the fire.
- The incident took place on Thursday afternoon.
- The fire resulted in the destruction of an apartment building.
Who's Mentioned
organizationAmerican Red Cross“Providing immediate resources to displaced residents.”locationCobalt Apartments“The site of the fire located in Wesley Chapel.”locationWesley Chapel“The community where the fire occurred.”location4338 Cobalt Brook Blvd“Location of the leasing office accepting donations.”personRyan Guynn“Fire Rescue Chief providing updates on the fire and building status.”location3900 block of Jermyn Loop“Specific location of the fire.”organizationPasco County Fire Rescue“Lead agency responding to the fire.”