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Old 06-24-2014, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by justjim View Post
I remain skeptical of the cost benefit of lightning rods. But-----everybody has a right to their opinion. I believe that a firefighter will have more real experience seeing the results of having and not having lightning rods here in Florida.

A person selling them will of, of course, give you the "needs" sales pitch.
I have the highest regard for fire fighters and what they do to save lives and property. But when it comes to lightning protection I highly recommend Dr. Uman's book (referenced in yesterday's post) and read the first paragraph of the Preface. Do not overlook the fact that when lightning rods safely shut a potentially destructive lightning strike to ground no fire fighters are necessary. Nor does it make the front page of The Daily Sun. These systems are a victim of their own success.