Church steeple catches fire, collapses after being struck by lightning #Shorts
A Massachusetts church that opened in 1743 caught on fire after being struck by lightning and collapsed in on itself. 

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The video shows a large, dangerous fire engulfing a white, multistory building with a clock tower in Spencer, Massachusetts. The fire is intense with flames bursting out of the roof and windows, generating a thick plume of smoke. There are no visible firefighters or safety equipment in use. It appears to be daytime, and a crowd of people is gathered at a distance, suggesting they are likely residents affected by the disaster. The aftermath of the fire is not shown, but potential damage includes complete destruction of the building, potential injuries or fatalities to anyone trapped inside, and significant property damage to surrounding areas.