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stay away from any tall or exposed objects: trees, lamp posts and especially anything with more than 500 volts. this will reduce the chances. if you have a basement use it, an attic is not a good choice and u know when people say the bath tub will help. it's absolute rubbish!
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Does lightning strike upwards?
No, lightning does not strike upwards. Lightning typically strikes downwards from the clouds to the ground.
Why is that you should not stand with your legs apart during thunderstorm?
You should not stand with your legs apart in a thunderstorm because placing your legs together minimizes the amount of electric current that will pass through your body. Always stand with your feet together if you can't get out of a thunderstorm.
Does lightning always strike the ground?
No, lightning does not always strike the ground. Lightning can also strike other objects such as trees, buildings, or even other clouds.
Can lightning strike a person through a window?
Yes, lightning can strike a person through a window, especially if the window is open or if the person is in direct contact with metal framing the window. It is important to stay away from windows and avoid contact with metal objects during a lightning storm to reduce the risk of being struck.
How many decibels is a lightning strike when it occurs?
A lightning strike can produce sound levels of up to 120 decibels.
Why doesn't lightning strike ships?
Lightning does strike ships.
Can lightning strike a surfer?
Yes. Lightning CAN strike anything.
Must someone die when get struck by lightning?
No, there are people who survive a direct lightning strike. Your survival chances are also greatly dependent on what you are wearing; thick shoes will reduce the current through your body by increasing its resistance, but wearing a mobile phone in your pocket might allow the current easy access to your body.
Does lightning strike upwards?
No, lightning does not strike upwards. Lightning typically strikes downwards from the clouds to the ground.
When was The Lightning Strike created?
The Lightning Strike was created on 2008-10-24.
Why is that you should not stand with your legs apart during thunderstorm?
You should not stand with your legs apart in a thunderstorm because placing your legs together minimizes the amount of electric current that will pass through your body. Always stand with your feet together if you can't get out of a thunderstorm.
How do ships lessen the impact of a lightning strike?
Almost nothing is done to help prevent lightning strikes. This is because if lightning does hit, then all it will do is scorch the struck part of the ship of kill electronic navigation. Lightning doenst strike ships much to begin with, however.
Does lightning always strike the ground?
No, lightning does not always strike the ground. Lightning can also strike other objects such as trees, buildings, or even other clouds.
Can you use a lightning strike to target a planeswalker?
No, you cannot use a lightning strike to target a planeswalker in the game of Magic: The Gathering. Lightning strike can only target creatures or players, not planeswalkers.
Can lightning strike a person through a window?
Yes, lightning can strike a person through a window, especially if the window is open or if the person is in direct contact with metal framing the window. It is important to stay away from windows and avoid contact with metal objects during a lightning storm to reduce the risk of being struck.
Where does the Lightning strike?
at trees
How can you do to prevent yourself from being struck by lightning?
If you're outside - make for open spaces, such as a sports field or park. Crouch down on the ground - the lower you are - the more chances a lightning strike will hit something taller than you.
