Statistical Analysis of Lightning Myths and Suggestive Measures in Context of Bangladesh

Abstract

Bangladesh, being a tropical country, experiences relatively high density of lightning each year. This paper portrays the common myths, beliefs, misconceptions about lightning in Bangladesh based on statistical survey and its impact on lightning safety. Some of the inherent clogs to educate the common people for lightning are lack of understanding, rigidness on misconceptions about the nature of lightning and perpetuate blind and religious faith in myths. However, it focuses some ray of light about the suggestions about lightning protection, safety and awareness for Bangladeshi people to curb the myths and misconceptions.