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While thunder can be very loud and cause discomfort or temporary hearing damage if it's close by, it is unlikely to permanently deafen a person. Human ears have a built-in mechanism to protect against extremely loud noises like thunder by momentarily reducing sound transmission. However, it's still best to take precautions during a thunderstorm to protect your hearing.

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