Lightning Metallization Injury
Ryan Blumenthal, Kenneth J. Nixon, Chandima Gomes, Hugh GP. Hunt
Abstract
We report the case of an unusual lightning-related phenomenon. \nA 41-year-old male construction worker sustained a direct lightning strike, at approximately 16:00 SAST, in mid-November 2021. \nScene examination showed a large amount of mud, because of the rain, and remnants of torn-and-tattered clothing.
Topics & Concepts
Lightning (connector)Lightning strikeForensic engineeringMeteorologyEnvironmental scienceEngineeringGeologyUpper-atmospheric lightningElectrocutionForensic examinationBurn Injury Management and OutcomesTrace Elements in HealthOccupational and environmental lung diseases