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Re: [Phys-l] Do you know why lightning never strikes the same place twice?

At 06:23 PM 2/9/2007, Herb, you wrote:

On Fri, 09 Feb 2007 17:25:22 -0500 John Denker <jsd@av8n.com> writes:
> It's because the second time around, the first place isn't there
> anymore.


Isn't it true that some buildings and trees have withstood many lightning
strikes without disappearing?

Herb Gottlieb from New York City
(Where we have post cards that show lightning
strike on the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings
in Manhattan).


I sometimes think that in this august and sober list, humor should be
clearly labeled. But you know what they say:
if you have to explain, it ain't funny? :-)



Brian Whatcott Altus OK Eureka!