A second explosion in Burleson County Wednesday shut down parts of FM 50 near County Road 264.

The explosion happened just before midnight at FM 50 and County Road 264. Officials believe a lightning strike is the cause. The Snook Volunteer Fire Department responded with aid from Cooks Point VFD, Somerville VFD, the Burleson County Office of Emergency Management, the Burleson County Sheriff's Office and DPS.

The well is shut down and crews are letting the fire burn itself out. It wasn't until after 3 a.m. that the fire died down enough for crews to re-open FM 50. The well is owned by Key Energy Services.

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happened Wednesday afternoon just off County Road 434. According to first responders, one of the tanks was struck by lightning. Snook and Somerville Fire Departments were able to contain and put out the blaze.