The Westlake Police Department dispatch tower was struck by a bolt of lightning Wednesday afternoon during a storm, according to Westlake Police.
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There was minor damage to the exterior part of the building, and all of its systems were "fried" and down on Wednesday.
It has since been restored.
Westlake PD said only one phone was working, and it asked Bay Village Dispatch to assist with calls.
The systems are now back up.
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