Re[2]: [TowerTalk] Lightning

[Bob Otto]

Hello Ward,

Yes, the phenomena you speak of is well described in the Polophaser
data. You can get the information at the Polophaser site at:

      http://www.polyphaser.com/


73's from.......

Bob Otto
N8NGA@one.net
Cincinnati, Ohio

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Tuesday, October 24, 2000, 7:20:15 PM, you wrote:

WS> I'm not sure, but I think that there are some references that show a "cone
WS> of protection" around tall structures.  Depending on the cone angle and
WS> the distances and directions involved, she might be in the water tower's
WS> protection zone.

WS> You might also ask her if she thinks the water tower has attracted
WS> lightning since it is much bigger than your tower.

WS> Anybody out there know where these references are?

WS> 73, Ward N0AX

>> 
>> Hello Towertalkers, Need some help on this one. How do I explain to a
>> very upset neighbor
>> over 200 feet away that my well grounded 80
>> foot tower is not going to attract every lightning
>> bolt in the sky. Articles with info and facts?
>> When I do present myself to her I need to have
>> good info.  Any experience with this guys?
>> Also 400 feet to the other side of this neighbor
>> is a 200 foot water tower they dont seem concerned about,. 73 Mike KN9T
>> 


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