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What is the most times a human has been struck by lightning?

Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning seven times — more than any other person.



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Park ranger Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning seven times throughout his life and survived each time. Sullivan is recognized by Guinness world records as the person struck by lightning more recorded times than anybody else. Roy Sullivan was born in Greene County, Virginia on February 7, 1912.

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Contrary to popular belief, metal does not inherently attract lightning. Instead, height, shape, and isolation are the dominant factors in determining where a lightning bolt strikes. The taller, more pointed, and isolated a structure, the more lightning will be attracted to it.

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