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Trains, like many other objects, do get struck by lightning.
Usually, this is a minor matter. Trains are large metallic objects that are extremely well grounded in the electrical sense, so even the rather large current of a lightning strike can flow directly through the train to the tracks and to the Earth with no consequence. There are exceptions and there are cases where a lightning strike has resulted in a power failure on a train with serious consequences. But, the normal directly inflicted damage from a lightning strike is really so small as to go unnoticed.
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∙ 11y agoAbout 9-12 Trains are stuck by lightning each year.
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Does lighting hit something everytime it strikes?
Lightning does not hit something every time it strikes. There are various forms of lightning. Lightning that is classified as "cloud to ground" lightning will strike something in it's path. Another form of lightning is sheet lightning. This type of lighting illuminates the sky and spreads from cloud to cloud.
Do vehicles get hit by lightning?
Yes. Vehicles have been hit by lighting.
Why are the places like hills and forest unsafe during a thunderstorm and lightning?
Because lightning could hit you
Do you get exit and entrance marks when your hit by lightning?
Yes you do.
Who got hit by lightning with a key?
Benjiman Franklin
Can a jet be hit by lightning?
Yes planes are frequently hit by lightning.
What is twin lightning?
It is when to lightning thingys are the same and hit the ground at the same time.
Why do green trees burn when hit by lightning?
because lightning attracts to wood
If you get hit by lightning do you blow up?
No!
Can a person get hit by a lightning?
Of course.
How is that there are no birds hit by a lightning?
the hide.
Would being hit by lightning by consider a cause of astraphobia?
Yes. Astraphobia, or the fear of thunder and lightning could be the result of being hit, if you survive the hit tho.
What is the purpose of a lightning rode?
A lighting rod is supposed to attract lightning so it doesnt hit something else. eg. It's raining and you have a lightning rod on the top of your hous. Lightning will hit the rod instead of hitting the house.
How hard does lightning hit?
Being struck by lightning is unlike a physical blow. there is no 'hardness' to it.
Does lighting hit something everytime it strikes?
Lightning does not hit something every time it strikes. There are various forms of lightning. Lightning that is classified as "cloud to ground" lightning will strike something in it's path. Another form of lightning is sheet lightning. This type of lighting illuminates the sky and spreads from cloud to cloud.
What can lightning hit?
Anything and everything. Some people get hit by lighting.
Do vehicles get hit by lightning?
Yes. Vehicles have been hit by lighting.
