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Lightning Strikes and Bear Fights
- Park ranger Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning seven times and survived.
- On one occasion, he fought off a bear after being struck.
Social Impact of Lightning Strikes
- Roy Sullivan's notoriety for being struck by lightning led people to avoid him.
- One time, a chief ranger even left him when a storm cloud appeared.
Shoe-Blowing Lightning
- Lightning strikes often cause shoes to be blown off due to the rapid conversion of moisture to steam.
- This steam explosion results from the electrical current passing through the body.