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07-02-2009, 06:43 PM
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Showering During Thunderstorms
I grew being told that it was very dangerous to shower during thunderstorms. I assumed this had something to do with putting yourself at risk of a shock from lightning, but I never really understood exactly how the shower put you at risk. Does anyone know? Is this just an old wives' tale?
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07-02-2009, 07:50 PM
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I think that show Myth Busters confirmed that this one was true, not just a wives tale. I live in Florida, and have always avoided the shower during a thunderstorm.
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07-02-2009, 08:29 PM
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The risk comes from your pipes and the water carrying a charge of lightening right into the shower with you.
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07-02-2009, 09:17 PM
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I'd be watching the lightning, rather than showering....
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07-03-2009, 05:33 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by doggiebus
I think that show Myth Busters confirmed that this one was true, not just a wives tale. I live in Florida, and have always avoided the shower during a thunderstorm.
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Lol haha was just about to say the same thing, saw it on Myth Busters and it started a big fire in the bathroom, can't remember the exact details but I'd try to aviod it if possible. |
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07-03-2009, 07:56 AM
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I've always heard the same thing (phone, too actually)! I'm with SAB I'd be watching the storm!  |
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07-03-2009, 08:12 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by susancruzs
I've always heard the same thing (phone, too actually)! I'm with SAB I'd be watching the storm! |
phone is true! |
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07-03-2009, 08:26 AM
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Hardwired phone (corded type) and shower both can "get" you during a lightening storm.
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07-03-2009, 11:12 AM
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Yes it is true, lightning can get you in the shower, like someone said it comes through the pipes. Corded phone are also a no no, but wireless and cell phones are ok.
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07-03-2009, 12:24 PM
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Would that shower thing still hold true if your house was grounded? Freaky!!!
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