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When lightning strikes a body of water are all the inhabitants electrocuted?
no
How far does the electrical current travel in the ocean if lightning strikes it?
When lightning strikes the ocean, the electrical current can travel up to several miles through the water.
Is there an increased risk of getting struck by lightning in the shower?
Yes, there is an increased risk of getting struck by lightning while in the shower. Water is a good conductor of electricity, and plumbing fixtures can provide a pathway for lightning to travel through. If lightning strikes a building, the electrical surge can travel through the plumbing, posing a danger to anyone using water in that moment. It's safest to avoid using water during a thunderstorm.
Where are most people struck by lightning?
Most people are struck by lightning in open areas such as fields, golf courses, and parks, where they are the tallest objects in the vicinity. Additionally, swimming pools and open water are also high-risk areas for lightning strikes.
Why are boats on lakes or on the ocean especially vulnerable to lightning strikes?
Because lightning strikes the highest available target, and boats are usually the highest thing on the water..Stay off the water during storms!
What happens when lightning strikes snow?
When lightning strikes snow, the energy from the lightning can cause the snow to quickly melt and turn into water. The heat produced by the lightning can also create small explosions as the water vaporizes, which may result in a loud cracking sound.
Why is it that you are directed to get out of the water in swimming pool when there is lightining?
It is for your own safety. If the lightning strikes the water, it will hurt you.
If lightning strikes a lake or river does it strike the ground below the water?
yes it can:)
Why does lightning strike near water?
Lightning strikes strike near water because water is a good conductor of electricity. Most lightning strikes happen by the ocean because the salt makes it an even better conductor at electricity than fresh water.
When lightning strikes the the sea why don't all the fish die?
Before a lightning strike, a charge builds up along the water's surface. When lightning strikes, most of electrical charge occurs near the water's surface. Most fish swim below the surface and are unaffected.
Lightening striking water?
When lightning strikes water, it can electrify the water and spread out in all directions. This can pose a danger to anyone swimming or standing in the water nearby. The electrical current can be deadly if it directly strikes a person.
Can you get struck by lightning in a hot tub that is on a deck?
Yes, it is possible to get struck by lightning in a hot tub that is on a deck. Water is a good conductor of electricity, so if lightning strikes the hot tub or the deck, the electricity could travel through the water and potentially harm anyone inside the hot tub. It is important to follow safety guidelines during thunderstorms and avoid being in a hot tub during lightning storms.
