During a thunderstorm
This might sound like a myth, but showering when a thunderstorm is happening outside is truly dangerous because, in case of lightning strikes, this can lead to serious injuries. Yes, it’s true that this rarely happens, but if you can prevent something bad from happening, why wouldn’t you?
You might be confused about how this works because you are indoors, but this is totally possible, and we are here to explain it all. Water is a great electricity conductor, and if lightning strikes your plumbing system, this is practically a direct pathway for a lightning strike to travel.
The Cleveland Clinic highlights that about one-third of lightning injuries occur indoors, which means that it is very important to avoid contact with water, plumbing, or electrical appliances during a storm.
Wait until the storm has passed, and then you can be sure you will shower safely. If you need to clean up urgently, consider using pre-moistened wipes or dry shampoo as temporary alternatives.
