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Would i know if i got struck by lightening? was in my living room with 6 other people. lightening struck something nearby but it was pretty close

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You sure would: Lightening strikes cause dramatic symptoms even if you don't lose consciousness. Some symptoms are burns, paralysis,weakness,confusion,hearing or vision loss

Answered 9/5/2018

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