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What if your car gets it by lightning?
Because the car is grounded, the lightning finds a path through the car to the ground, rather than through you. You do not want to be touching the ground and car at the same time lightning strikes the car, then the lightning will go through you to the ground.
Did any Mormon temples get struck by lightning?
Yes! Since many temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are located on high ground and have a giant metal statue on the top, they are quite often struck by lightning. Usually the lightning strikes do little or no damage, but occassionally damage the Angel Moroni statue on top. The church has had to replace at least 3 statues due to lightning damage.
Is it true that if you get sruck by lightning you can see the future?
No, it is not true that getting struck by lightning can enable someone to see the future. Lightning strikes can cause severe injuries, including neurological damage, but they do not grant any supernatural abilities or powers. Any claims of seeing the future after being struck by lightning are purely fictional.
What happens when a panda gets struck by lightning?
What happens with any other living thing: When it goes through the body, it is basically burning cells, which can cause loss of sight, hearing, or becoming paralyzed. Or worse, it can cause organ failure, seizures, and death.
Do ships get struck by lightning?
Sailboats with high mast get struck every so often. Small fiberglass boats hardly ever get struck. in the last ten years, only 8 fiberglass boats under 35ft have been reported struck by lightning. Thats less than one per year! These studies have been compiled with using insurance/acturary statistics. Large steel vessels and tall sailboats with conductive mast's are more likely to get struck, but even those numbers are suprisingly low.
What happens if your house gets struck by lightning?
If your house gets struck by lightning, it can cause damage to the structure, electrical systems, and appliances. It may start a fire or cause power surges that can damage electronics. It is important to have your home inspected after a lightning strike to ensure safety and address any necessary repairs.
Why do you think the Empire State Building is struck so many times?
If you mean why is it struck by lightning... I'm pretty sure it is because it has a lightning rod on top which catches and grounds the lightning safely without doing any damage to the building
What if your car gets it by lightning?
Because the car is grounded, the lightning finds a path through the car to the ground, rather than through you. You do not want to be touching the ground and car at the same time lightning strikes the car, then the lightning will go through you to the ground.
Did any Mormon temples get struck by lightning?
Yes! Since many temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are located on high ground and have a giant metal statue on the top, they are quite often struck by lightning. Usually the lightning strikes do little or no damage, but occassionally damage the Angel Moroni statue on top. The church has had to replace at least 3 statues due to lightning damage.
Is it true that if you get sruck by lightning you can see the future?
No, it is not true that getting struck by lightning can enable someone to see the future. Lightning strikes can cause severe injuries, including neurological damage, but they do not grant any supernatural abilities or powers. Any claims of seeing the future after being struck by lightning are purely fictional.
What happens when a panda gets struck by lightning?
What happens with any other living thing: When it goes through the body, it is basically burning cells, which can cause loss of sight, hearing, or becoming paralyzed. Or worse, it can cause organ failure, seizures, and death.
Can colored lightning harm people?
Anyone struck by lightning of any color can suffer harm.
Do ships get struck by lightning?
Sailboats with high mast get struck every so often. Small fiberglass boats hardly ever get struck. in the last ten years, only 8 fiberglass boats under 35ft have been reported struck by lightning. Thats less than one per year! These studies have been compiled with using insurance/acturary statistics. Large steel vessels and tall sailboats with conductive mast's are more likely to get struck, but even those numbers are suprisingly low.
What are the things to check after a lightning strike occurs?
After a lightning strike, it is important to check for any fires, structural damage, electrical issues, and potential damage to electronic devices. It is also advisable to inspect trees for damage and check for any injuries to people or animals in the vicinity.
Can you get struck by lightning outside?
Yes. Outside is normally where that would happen. If you are inside, your house protects you from any direct lightning strike.
Can being struck by lightning alter your brain?
Definitely. Individuals struck by lightning can have changes to the function or chemistry of the brain and nervous system. Fortunately most of those who survive being struck recover without serious impairment, even when there is damage to body tissues. Some suffer recurring headaches.
What are the odds of being struck by lightning while playing golf?
The odds of being struck by lightning while playing golf are approximately 1 in 100,000. Golf courses are at higher risk due to their wide-open spaces and exposure to the elements. It's important to take precautions and seek shelter during thunderstorms to reduce the risk of being struck by lightning.
