>  or even reduce peak voltage
> static discharge if =A0storm (nothing helps a direct strike, that removes
> the Chimney usually!).

If cable is run into the ground - twisted pair or coax etc, then
providing a loop or few at ground level will often result in a
Lightning strike causing burn-through to ground at a point on the
loop(s).

This does not make sense analytically as the loop inductance is too
small to explain this effect. But, it is reported to work. Stopping
lightning before it gets into 'real stuff' is a good idea [tm].


     Russell

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