Re: Lightning hitting concrete?

Aug 03, 2008 0 Replies


Do architects need to worry about that?


> Are lightning rods in any building codes?
> Ken

Code requirements vary from place to place, but most all codes address lightning. I think most of the requirements come from the NFPA code. The NY Fire Code only seems to be concerned with certain types of facilities, namely aircraft refueling (What? You mean I _can't_ refuel in a lightning storm?!) and lumberyards. I know that tall buildings in NYC are required to have lightning protection, but I don't know when the requirement kicks in.


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