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Why Do Tall Buildings Have Lightning Rods?

April 26, 2017buildings lightning rods tall

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Why Do Tall Buildings Have Lightning Rods?

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Lightning rods are a common addition to tall buildings to protect them from lightning strikes, which could cause fire or explosion. The lightning rod does double duty by protecting the tall building it’s attached to as well as the surrounding buildings.