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I'm in a 10 year old apt building. I really want to take a shower, but it's a lightning show out there. Is it a myth that you can get electrocuted taking a shower during a thunder storm?
guy3288 said:The hose is rubber and the shower head is also plastic
The main danger of taking a shower during a thunder storm is the potential for being struck by lightning. Water is a good conductor of electricity, so if lightning strikes your home and you are in contact with water, you could be seriously injured or even killed.
It is recommended to avoid taking a shower during a thunder storm because the metal pipes and plumbing in your home can conduct electricity if they are struck by lightning. This could result in an electric shock to anyone using water in the house, including in the shower.
If you are already in the shower and a thunder storm starts, it is best to turn off the water and wait until the storm has passed before resuming your shower. It is also important to avoid touching any metal fixtures in the shower, such as the faucet or shower head.
No, it is not safe to take a bath during a thunder storm for the same reasons as taking a shower. The metal pipes and plumbing in your home can conduct electricity, putting you at risk of being struck by lightning or experiencing an electric shock.
If you must shower during a thunder storm, there are a few precautions you can take to reduce your risk of being struck by lightning. These include using a cordless phone instead of a landline, avoiding contact with metal fixtures, and keeping the bathroom door closed to minimize the chance of electricity traveling through the water and into other rooms.