The bike rental shop at Moraine State Park caught fire Wednesday evening. Submitted photo

WORTH TWP — The fire at Moraine State Park’s bike concession Wednesday night seems to have been caused by a lightning strike, officials said.

A call was placed at 6:38 p.m. for a reported fire at the shop, located in the park at 157 North Shore Drive. According to Dustin Drew, park manager, a witness said lightening hit the building, and shortly after, smoke rose from the roof.

Eagle Staff Writer Nathan Bottiger contributed to this report.

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