Can fiber optic cables transmit lightning

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Fiber optic cables do not conduct electricity, so lightning cannot travel through them in the classical sense. These cables are designed to be highly resistant to electromagnetic interference and are used for a wide range of applications, from telecommunications to medical procedures. The study of trigger lightning is of great practical importance, since the action of protective structures and lightning rods, as well as the develop-ment of lightning discharges in high-rise buildings and in the mountains, begins as in trigger lightning with the development of a positive leader to. Lightning poses several significant risks to fiber optic cables and the networks they support: Cable Damage: A lightning strike can directly damage fiber optic cables, causing signal loss, equipment failure, or complete network outages.

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