Lightning caused heavy damage to the Mispillon Lighthouse a Delaware Bay landmark since 1873 was struck around 9:25 AM on May 2. Much of the historic tower was destroyed. The adjoining two story keepers house was saved but badly damaged. The steel cap which once held the lens and beacon on top of the tower fell to the ground. Lightning from a thunderstorm apparently struck the top of the building and the fire moved down through the walls.
A local preservation group Keepers of the Mispillon Light have been working on a restoration plan to save it. I am not sure of what is going to happen now since the fire. I will post new info when I find something out.
Might check out Delaware State News for pictures.
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