[Elecraft] [OT] A dumb question about lightning

[Drew AF2Z]

I keep a close watch on the weather during lightning season here. Also, 
I often have the AM broadcast band on and, depending on the distance and 
power output of various stations, can hear the lightning strikes as they 
build into the region.

In the shack I watch the realtime lightning map at lightningmaps.org 
which is also a useful tool to let you know when you might want to start 
shutting down. When lightning activity is getting close you can hear a 
strike on the radio and see it appear moments later on the map.

73,
Drew
AF2Z

On 07/28/23 18:04, Keith Trinity WE6R wrote:
> Please, PLEASE disconnect your COMPUTER from your radio(s) if lightning 
> is in the area!
> 
> Almost ALWAYS lightning damaged gear that comes in for repair, was hit 
> _thru the comm port!_
> (lightning hits Cable/DSL lines).
> 
> As far as repairs I see, it is not common for it to be damaged from 
> lightning coming in the antenna.
> 
> It usually gets to your computer, then radio gear.
> 
> A direct hit however, and all bets are off. I've seen it come in/out via 
> DC, keyer, PTT IN, even the ground lug, IE anything metal.
> 
> Keith WE6R Elecraft K3/K4 Tech
> 
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