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Sort of. Lighting can strike up to 30 miles from the storm that produces it. So lighting can strike even if there isn't a storm at your location, but there still has to be a storm somewhere.

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Why are lightning conductors fixed to tall buildings?

Probably a Lightning Conductor. They say , in a Bad Storm, lightning will strike the Tallest building first. Cheers.


What caused the silverton fire?

The Silverton fire was caused by a lightning strike during a storm in the area.


Is it safe to stand on a field when lightning?

No, it is not safe to stand in an open field during a lightning storm. Lightning can strike from a distance of 10 miles away from a thunderstorm, so it is best to seek shelter indoors during a storm to avoid the risk of being struck by lightning.


How do storm cloud s contribute to create a perfect situation for a lightinhg strike?

Storm clouds create a perfect situation for lightning strikes because they contain a large amount of water and ice particles that generate intense electrical charges through friction. As these charges build up within the cloud, they seek to neutralize by discharging as lightning bolts to the ground or within the cloud itself. The convection currents within the storm clouds also help to separate positive and negative charges, further increasing the likelihood of a lightning strike.


Can lighting strike more than once?

Each lightning "strike" is typically many (perhaps a hundred) bursts of electrons moving in ever longer paths from the earth to a cloud or between clouds. It is rare for a lightning bolt to strike the same location on different occasions but lightning rods will conduct electricity and many have done so for a great number of lightning strikes.

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What causes lots of lightning but no thunder during a storm?

Lightning without thunder during a storm is typically caused by a phenomenon known as heat lightning. Heat lightning occurs when lightning strikes far away and the sound of thunder does not travel as far as the light from the strike. This can happen when the storm is too far away for the sound waves to reach your location, resulting in the appearance of lightning without the accompanying thunder.


Can you fly a kite during a storm?

because lightning will strike it


What are some Compound words with thunder lightning clap and storm?

thunderthunderclapthunderstormthunderstrucklightninglightning boltclapclapboardthunderclapstormrainstormsandstormhailstormthunderstormfirestormsnowstormbrainstormwindstorm


How far from a storm can lightning strike?

Lightning can strike up to 25 miles away from a storm, in a clear area. This phenomenon is known as a "bolt from the blue". It is important to seek shelter at the first sound of thunder, as lightning can still strike even if the storm is not directly overhead.


How far from the heavy rain of a thunderstorm can lightning strike?

Lightning can strike up to 30 miles from the parent storm cell, though such cases are rare.


Can lightning strike your laptop?

Yes, lightning can potentially strike a laptop if it is plugged into an electrical outlet during a storm. It is recommended to unplug electronic devices during a storm to prevent damage from power surges caused by lightning strikes.


Why are lightning conductors fixed to tall buildings?

Probably a Lightning Conductor. They say , in a Bad Storm, lightning will strike the Tallest building first. Cheers.


Can lighting come out before rain?

Yes, lightning can strike several miles from a parent storm.


What caused the silverton fire?

The Silverton fire was caused by a lightning strike during a storm in the area.


Is there danger from lightning if it is not raining?

Yes, there is still a danger from lightning even if it is not raining. Lightning can strike several miles away from a thunderstorm and can occur in clear skies. It is important to take precautions such as seeking shelter indoors during a storm to avoid being struck by lightning.


Why does lightning strike in the middle of a volcano?

Because the volcanoes gases create it's own weather system above the volacano, causing a mini-storm with lightning.


What are the names of the original Storm Hawks?

They just said the leader is called Lightning Strike, the others aren't mentioned.