Avoid showering when there’s a storm! Without knowing you can put your life in danger. This has been revealed by several researchers. In the article published in the journal Science Alert, they explain why it is not good to take a bath when it rains. Their answer will make you think!
Why is it dangerous to shower during a storm?
During the summer months, there are more and more storms. Even if the storm catches you outside or in the house, you have to take into account several recommendations such as: don’t take refuge under a tree and don’t talk on a landline. But, to these are added some that you didn’t know about. For example, during a storm it is not recommended to take a shower. The experts came up with the explanation.
“When storm clouds move over the Earth, they generate an electrical charge opposite to the earth, and this is what causes lightning to be attracted. The electrical storm seeks a balance between its charges, so it discharges energy where it can be fed, that is, the most electrically conductive materials or elements of the earth, such as metal,” the article explains, as reported in the newspaper.
Experts draw attention to wire cables and pipes in buildings, which conduct electricity, which is why they can be dangerous. Moreover, water is one of the best conductors of electricity. If lightning strikes the house, chances are the shower is the best place to discharge the energy.
How can you weather the storm?
But, these are not the only tips that we should take into account. Authorities urge us to count to 30 when we see lightning. Before we reach 30 we need to find a place to shelter. To reduce the chances of being struck by lightning it is advisable to get down to ground level.
When the storm catches you, it is advisable not to hide under a tree. You will be safer if you go to higher areas, such as a hill or a mountain ridge. You should also stay away from bodies of water such as ponds and lakes.
If the storm catches us at home, it is advisable not to turn on the air conditioner and to turn off all electrical devices in the house. We must ensure that doors and windows are properly closed. And washing dishes can put you at risk. If you wash the dishes during the storm there is a risk of electrocution.
