The Brief A mother and her daughter escaped a devastating Cherokee County house fire in Canton after lightning struck their home. A mother, her daughter with special needs and their family dog safely escaped a sudden home fire in Canton after lightning hit their house on Friday evening. Canton family escapes fireWhat we know:A mother named Patti, her 20-year-old daughter Carly and their family dog rushed out of their Canton home when a severe storm rolled through the area on Friday evening. "Immediate needs, medical needs, prayers, all of the things have been given to us by so many businesses, churches, everything," said Nikki Smith, Daughter. "Because of the support of the community, it has shifted from tears of devastation to tears of gratitude," said Kerrison Carter, daughter.