With Allie Allie Dunn
Were you ever told that you should never to shower during a thunderstorm? Whether or not you’re still following that rule, you may be unaware of the reason behind the warning — or if it’s even legitimate. After all, unless your shower is outdoors, the consequences of sudsing up during a storm may seem fairly minimal, right?
As it turns out, experts say that you should avoid showering during a thunderstorm if possible — and there’s a good reason why. Here’s what you need to know about showering during a thunderstorm, and why you may want to hold off on bathing when you see those dark clouds rolling in. What’s the issue with bathing during a thunderstorm?
It's not the thunder that's the issue during a storm — it's the lightning, which every thunderstorm produces. You may be thinking: But my shower is indoors and the lightning is outside. That may be true, but electricity can still travel indoors through your plumbing system.
