When Lightning Strikes A Body Of Water, How Far Can The Electronic...

Severe Clear · #1 25-06-2007, 09:16

...Current Travel Before Dissipating? I know that water is extremely conductive of electricity and lightning striking a body of water would travel. I've always wondered if there's a limit to where the current loses steam and eventually diminishes. Say, for example, I'm swimming in the Atlantic Ocean near the shore and lightning strikes five miles out. Is there a danger of myself being electrocuted by said lightning? Does the possibility depend on the strength of the lightning bolt? I appreciate your help!!!

mutantalbino · #2 25-06-2007, 09:35

A voltage gradient consisting of concentric circles of equal voltage will radiate out from the strike location. The magnitude of the step potential is dependent on current and conductivity.

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