Users were shocked after a lightning strike left PC users fuming 2023

Users on Reddit were shocked after a member of the PC Master Race subreddit revealed extensive lightning damage to their modem and computer.

It is quite common for users to ensure their computers and accessories are properly plugged into a surge protector or even a backup battery in case of a lightning strike.

However, few people consider doing the same for their modem, whether there aren’t enough plugs or it’s in another room entirely.

PCMR user Thejus_Parol learned the importance of making sure their modem was turned off or plugged into a surge protector during storms after a lightning strike left his setup covered in smoke.

Reddit users revealed massive destruction after being struck by lightning

In a post on November 27, Thejus_patrol shared a series of images and the story behind the incident. You can see burn marks on the motherboard and ethernet cable as well as the modem and the area around it.

“My PC was struck by lightning through an Ethernet cable,” he said. “During the lightning strike, I unplugged everything except the modem’s power adapter and occasionally I heard an explosion and the whole house was filled with smoke. And when it stabilized all I could see was the burned out modem and when I checked the PC it seemed like nothing happened to it.

“Then I got my power back after 2 days and that’s when I realized that the Ethernet cable had actually damaged my PC. Even the speakers connected to the PC burned out. Luckily, the PSU is still working and I don’t know the status of the other components yet.”

It didn’t take long for people to flood the comments with their reactions to the extent of the damage caused by the lightning strike.

“I work as a computer repairer in central London, and about ten years ago, a bolt of lightning hit an electrical transformer that I could see from my office. First, it was the brightest light I’ve ever seen and second, it blew out every router and ethernet. portals for entire postcodes! It took about a month to deal with the consequences of that incident,” one user replied.

Another said: “New fear unlocked.”

“That’s really bad for you, I’m sorry! Based on that last photo, I’m glad your house didn’t catch fire, it looks very close to looking like it tried. Glad you’re okay, op!,” a third user replied.

It’s safe to say that the OP will definitely put their modem on a surge protector or an even better battery backup option once they fix the damage done to the house.

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