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L.S.A. is a non-profit, non-stock national business corporation comprised of lightning protection manufacturers, distributors and installers. Its purpose is to provide a comprehensive and focused evaluation and response to legislative, administrative and regulatory issues facing the industry. Additionally, the L.S.A. will act as an informational clearinghouse for its membership.
March 2013: LPI Shares Lightning Safety & Protection Resources as a "Force of Nature" during National Severe Weather Preparedness Week
MARYVILLE, MO., March 5, 2013 – In conjunction with National Severe Weather Preparedness Week March 3-9, 2013, the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) is reminding its members and the public to Be a Force of Nature and better prepare for severe weather threats, including the often underrated threat of lightning. Lightning protection experts from around the U.S. recently met in Las Vegas for the annual LPI/ULPA Lightning Protection Conference and discussed ways that LPI members can Be a Force of Nature by knowing the lightning risk, taking action, spreading education and serving as an example.
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February 2013: A New Hotel 'Protected' by Air-Termination System ESE Goes Up In Flames
A strike of lightning, with a lightning current peak value of 111 kA, into a rod
or air-termination system ESE, situated on the roof of a hotel, was followed by
its flashover from a down-conductor system into the object's inner installation.
The hotel's roof construction went up in flames immediately afterwards. The
fire was extinguished thanks to early arrival of the units of professional and voluntary
firemen. It was extremely fortunate that the hotel was shortly before its
opening and, therefore, unoccupied by any guests. The overall damage totalled
approximately 300,000 CZK. The hotel's lightning conductor had a valid inspection report. download the pdf to read more.
April 2012
Here are three articles (the last two written by Z. A. Hartono & I Robiah) about the deadly use of streamer emission lightning rods.
December 2011
From Nursing Home Deaths to the Destruction of Sir Richard Branson's Home, Lightning Causing Notable Losses in 2011
Fire Prevention Week Underscores Hazard of Lightning to Life and Property
HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 13, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As 2011's Fire Prevention Week is observed in the United States (Oct. 9 – 15), recent lightning-triggered fires here at home and abroad have highlighted the deadly impact of lightning on unprotected homes and other structures.
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December 2011
Deadly Weather in 2011 Fuels Demand for Technologies to Limit Nature's Destructive Force
Lightning Protection Systems Hailed as Affordable Way to Minimize Damage
HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- At the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL today, disaster safety leaders and weather experts described the staggering economic, human and structural impact of severe weather over the past year. Conference delegates discussed the impact of severe disasters on families and communities, strategies to enhance mitigation and adoption, and consumer communications, as well as cutting edge advances in technology. Lightning is a significant component of the destruction, causing approximately one billion dollars in damage each year with 26 deaths and many more injuries to date in 2011.
November 2011
9/11 Opinion Survey Reveals Concerns about Terrorism and Natural Disasters as Americans Invest in Protection Measures to Safeguard Families and Property
HARTFORD, Conn., Nov. 10, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With the nation set to recognize Veteran's Day amid war coverage and news about security threats, a recent 9/11 Opinion Survey shows that Americans remain very concerned about a major terrorist attack happening in the United States. The survey also revealed that Americans are spending money to better protect themselves from natural hazards like lightning and hurricanes.
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October 2010
Homeowners Can Prevent Costly Lightning Fires
In support of NFPA's Fire Prevention Week --- firepreventionweek.org
HARTFORD, CT — October 3, 2010 /PRNewswire/ — Natural disasters can have a devastating effect on you, your home and your property. The risk of fire, especially fire associated with lightning, is often overlooked and underrated as a potential threat. Even the most safety-conscious homeowner may not have considered this risk that affects thousands of homeowners each year. Lightning associated with thunderstorms and sometimes hurricanes can pose a variety of fire hazards. The massive power of lightning’s electrical charge and intense heat can induce destructive power surges through home circuitry, burn holes in CSST gas piping, explode brick and roofing materials, and ignite house fires.
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June 2010
How to Pick a Lightning Protection System Podcast
From iivideo - Lightning can be a dangerous hazard to your home with a single bolt carrying as much as 30 million volts of electricity. Fortunately there are lightning protection systems available to keep your home safe. Find out how to choose the right system from the right professionals to protect yourself from disaster. Watch the video below: |
will be conducted by Dr. Vladimir Rakov, with assistance from Dr. Martin Uman and Keith Rampo, all of the University of Florida's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. The study intends to measure the currents occurring in the wiring and grounding of the structure, when rocket-triggered lightning strikes the structure's lightning protection system. The system complies with UL, NFPA lightning protection requirements.
