[StBernard] Lightning sparks St. Bernard Parish marsh fire

[Westley Annis]

Lightning sparks St. Bernard Parish marsh fire

The Associated Press
Published: Friday, August 3, 2012 at 8:29 p.m.
Last Modified: Friday, August 3, 2012 at 8:29 p.m.
MERAUX, La. - A lightning strike in St. Bernard Parish has sparked a marsh
fire in Meraux.

Authorities say the fire ignited shortly before 6 p.m. Friday and, according
to officials, is not accessible to firefighters. However officials say it's
not expected to push smoke into the city.

Crews, meanwhile, are working to determine the fire's size.