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What if you are outside during a storm and hair stands up?
If your hair stands on end when you are outside in a lightning storm it means that you are likely to be struck by lightning. You should squat, keeping your feet apart.
Can someone pushing a metal shopping cart outside be struck by lightning?
Yes, it is possible for someone pushing a metal shopping cart outside to be struck by lightning. Metal objects can act as conductors for lightning, increasing the risk of a lightning strike. It is important to seek shelter indoors during thunderstorms to avoid this danger.
Why is it important not to stand outside in a lightning storm?
The tree could be struck by lightning, which would cause the tree to fall, and maybe even catch fire. It could KILL you. ANSWER: Lightning is attracted to the tallest items in the landscape. Therefore, a tree in a field would be more likely to be struck by lightning and you, since you would be leaning against it, would be struck as well.
What happens if you stay outside in bad weather?
You will get struck by lightning and sometimes get injured or die from the harsh storms
Can you jump start a car while there is lightning?
Sure, but you are taking a chance of getting struck by lighting if you are outside.
Can you get electrocuted from a cell phone when it is off charge?
Only if you are outside using it during an electrical storm and get struck by lightning
Can you be struck by lightning even if you are not in rain?
Yes, lightning can strike even when it is not raining. In fact, lightning can travel long distances and strike outside of a rainy area. It is a common misconception that rain must be present for lightning to occur.
Has lightning ever struck close to you?
Yes, lightning has struck close to me before.
Are African Americans more likely to get struck by lightning?
Not b/c of being African-Americans.But, anyone working outside jobs even in poor weather will be more likely to be struck by lightning. And maybeyou'll find more African-Americans doing that.
Is it a good idea to go outside in a thunderstorm?
No, it is not a good idea to go outside in a thunderstorm. Lightning poses a serious risk of injury or even death, and being outdoors increases the likelihood of being struck. It is safer to seek shelter indoors until the storm passes.
Is it more safe to stay in a car or outside during a lightning storm?
It is safer to stay inside a car during a lightning storm as the metal frame of the car will act as a Faraday cage, providing protection from lightning strikes. However, it is best to avoid being outside altogether during a lightning storm to minimize the risk of being struck.
When was Albert Einstein struck by lightning?
Albert Einstein was never struck by lightning. This is a common misconception.
