London South Collegiate struck by lightning
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Officials with London fire say a graduation ceremony at London South Collegiate ended abruptly when lightning struck the school's chimney.
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London South Collegiate struck by lightning
London Watch Officials with London fire say a graduation ceremony at London South Collegiate ended abruptly when lightning struck the school's chimney.
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