9 Myths About Lightning - Lightning is a natural phenomenon that is dazzling but deadly. In some countries of the world, lightning is a frightening specter because it often causes casualties. Sometimes some cases occurred because of pure accidents, but some were due to someone's ignorance of lightning. Here are nine lightning myths circulating in the MSNBC version of society.
1. Lightning Strike Only When It Rains
Lightning can strike before, during, or after it rains. Lightning often appears in blue skies on sunny weather.
2. Lightning Never Strike the Same Place Twice
Lightning often strikes the same place over and over again, especially high places and sharp ends, such as some skyscrapers.
3. Rubber Tires Protect You
A car is a safe place in the event of a lightning strike. However, it wasn't because of the car tires. The metal body outside the car conducts electricity outside the car. As a precaution, always make sure the car window is tightly closed.
4. Standing under a tree
Being under a tree during heavy rain accompanied by lightning is not very safe. A person has the potential to be directly hit by lightning or injured by electricity running through the ground.
5. It is okay to finish the match during heavy rain.
Considering that there have been some cases of lightning attacks, the management of several world sports clubs now has a new policy. Fighting will be temporarily suspended during heavy rain for safety.
6. Face down on the ground
If lightning flows on the ground, lying face down does not always save you. Such actions are no longer valid because they mistakenly assume the concept of safety. According to some experts, there is no safe place in the open when lightning strikes.
7. People struck by lightning are dangerous to touch
Victims of lightning strikes must receive prompt treatment, such as respiratory assistance (CPR). The human body does not store outside electricity, so it is very safe to touch.
8. Metal Accessories Invites Lightning
Do not bother to remove your metal accessories when lightning strikes, because some of these objects do not invite lightning. The thing to watch out for is not to carry an umbrella as it makes you taller.
9. I'm Safe at Home
Yes, a house or other building is the safest place when lightning strikes. Even so, when inside, stay away from telephone cords, electronic furniture, and other devices that contain electricity.
Also, stay away from water and pipes. And lastly, don't be near the window just because you want to see awesome lightning visuals.