The above is one of the common lightning myths that persists in this community. If you research the matter you will find that it is not supported by science and experience. A good place to start is Dr. Martin Uman's book, The Art and Science of Lightning Protection, that can be found in The Villages Library. You may also wish to check it out on line by visiting the Lightning Protection Institute web site. Further, in July 2008 a home in Sunset Pointe, without lightning rods, was struck by lightning and totally destroyed. The home next door and another across the street with lightning rods did not experience any damage even with this powerful nearby lightning stroke.
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