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    nicespringgirl Posts: 1,237, Reputation: 187
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:06 PM
    Flashing and Thundering
    Dear everyone,

    Do I need to turn off the computer when it is flashing and thundering while raining to prevent my computer being damaged?:confused:

    My mum read a news that someone's computer exploded... :eek:
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:09 PM
    If you don't have a surge protector, then yes, and in some cases even when you do... I don't know about it exploding though :)
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:09 PM
    It is advisable to turn off and unplug ALL electrical items during a heavy thunder storm.
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:09 PM
    It's a good idea to turn your computer off and unplug it from the wall or surge protector. Even surge protectors don't always keep your things safe from a lightening strike.
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:14 PM
    Darnit, its true! It is lightening and thundering where I am at!! Okay, I got turn it off now, talk to you guys later!!
    Run!!
    Oh THANK YOU!
    Ey,ey,ey, how about cell phone? Can I be on the cell? I know someone will give me a call shortly...
    Got to go, bye!
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    Aug 24, 2007, 01:19 PM
    Talking on your mobile inside of your house is safe. Just don't try charging! ;)
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    Aug 24, 2007, 02:09 PM
    Ok, It has stopped... I am back, thank you for all the advice.:)
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    Aug 24, 2007, 02:10 PM
    Forgot to mention watch out for the after shocks and flashbacks!!
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    Aug 24, 2007, 03:21 PM
    This...

    Quote Originally Posted by Curlyben
    Forgot to mention watch out for the after shocks and flashbacks !!!
    May apply to those who survived the 60's.

    Any time an electrical device takes a lightning hit can cause sparks and start fires. Most may not, but never know.

    Any electrical device plugged in or connected is subject to damage..

    There are lightning arrestors available for services which help, esp for equipment that cannot be unplugged.
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    Aug 24, 2007, 03:23 PM
    I wondered how long it would take for someone to comment on my post ;)

    Thanks for the legit answer as well, TK
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    Aug 24, 2007, 06:27 PM
    I have waited for 4 hours to get back here... I hope it's fine now!
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