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1. Protecting your TV from lightning during the rainy season
Many instances of TVs being struck by lightning occur with each rainy season, leading to damage to household devices. This is why you need to be cautious in preventing damage during sudden rain and storms. Here are ways to limit the damage to electronic devices due to lightning strikes during the rainy season.
Asia is one of the regions most frequently hit by lightning in the world.
Asia is considered one of the three lightning centers in the world, with intense thunderstorm activity and lightning. Annually, Vietnam experiences over two million lightning strikes, causing significant damage to people and property. Being struck by lightning is very dangerous, resulting in permanent injuries such as brain damage, blindness, or deafness; severe cases can lead to death. Electronic devices are challenging to repair once struck by lightning.
However, humans have not yet found a way to control this natural fury. Currently, there are only research efforts worldwide to reduce damage from lightning strikes.
Securing power sources is the best way to prevent unfortunate incidents during heavy rain.
Ways to fix a TV struck by lightning during the rainy season
If your TV is unfortunately struck by lightning, you need to immediately cut off all power in the house, stand away from the TV, and preferably move to a safe place. Repairs should take place when the rain has stopped and the weather begins to dry, absolutely avoiding hasty repairs during storms, thunder, or lightning. Especially, if you lack expertise, it's advisable to contact a professional electronic device repair technician to avoid causing more damage to the TV. If the lightning strike is severe, be prepared mentally that the TV may be completely irreparable.
The placement of the TV determines its performance significantly.
Leaving the TV on standby during rainy weather
Keeping the TV on standby during rainy and windy weather helps the TV dissipate heat efficiently, preventing the effective flow of moist air and minimizing the risk of short circuits caused by humidity. Cut off power during heavy lightning.
TVs are susceptible to damage and difficult to repair when struck by lightning, posing the even more dangerous risk of fire and explosions. When there are signs of storms accompanied by continuous lightning, check electrical devices and disconnect all power sources if not absolutely necessary.
Check grounding wires
For added safety, experts recommend using grounding wires in electrical wiring circuits. With grounding wires, lightning will transfer the electric charge to the ground, potentially reducing the risk of lightning strikes. Especially during the rainy season, regularly check grounding wires to prevent unnecessary risks.
Use lightning protection devices
Lightning protection devices are one of the effective measures to prevent lightning strikes.
Currently, there are many lightning protection products on the market, including lightning rods, lightning protection grids, lightning protection nets, lightning protection wires, etc. These are essential and effective devices during the stormy rainy season to ensure the safety of electrical devices in the home, helping to minimize accidents such as device damage, explosions, and fatalities.
Effective measures at home
Regularly cleaning and maintaining your TV helps it operate more durable and efficiently.
Avoid dampness in the house by closing doors, using a dehumidifier (if available), and regularly wiping the floor with a dry cloth.
Protect your TV from environmental influences and extend the lifespan of the product by regularly cleaning the outer shell. We hope that after reading this article, you will have valuable information to protect your beloved TV as well as yourself and your family during the stormy rainy season.
