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    Feb 5, 2009 8:00 PM 13,455
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    Theory: Traffic Triggers Lightning

    It's just a theory but some scientists believe that lightning strikes are provoked by traffic. Honk if you like thunder!

    A study by researchers from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem found that in south west US states, lightning strikes near major roadways increased up to 25% during weekdays, coinciding with pollution increases. Look for next next next gen Prius's to have lightning rods on their rooftops. [New Scientist via BLDGBLOG , image from Garry''s]


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