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Why does carrying an umbrella increase your chances of being hit by lightning?
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∙ 7y ago
Umbrellas, especially those with conductive metal frames, can conduct electrical charges from the ground, making a shorter path for any lightning discharge that occurs nearby. Non-conductive handles of plastic or wood reduce this danger.
Given the very low odds of a lightning strike hitting relatively close to you, the increased risk is not very great, but it does exist.
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