Ian Watkins wrote:
"Norman Lynagh" wrote in message
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According to the news this morning it can reach 800F there.
That's 10 times hotter than a hot summer's day!

Col

Yes, I heard that one too. The statement was made by a "scientist". I
hope the rest of the science behind the project is more soundly based
:-)

Norman.


Nearly as good was the Rospa spokesman on Midlands Today giving
advice about safety in thunderstorms following the death of a 14 year
old lad in these parts.

"Get into a car, the rubber tyres will insulate the car" :-)))

Cheers

Ian


Although a car makes a very good faraday cage taking the charge around the
occupants and exits to ground through the underside... a very safe place to
be even during a direct strike......

Les



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