A lightning strike causes an explosion at Johnson's Oil refinery, which was located close to Maintown. Fumes from the resulting fires at the plant have sent the nearby townspeople to the hospital for severe respiratory distress. Johnson's Oil will be liable for the townspeople's injuries directly resulting from the fumes.

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Lightning strikes are considered an act of God and are not typically considered to be the fault of the property owner.

A Lightning Strike Causes an Explosion at Johnson's Oil Refinery