Question

claim
a bolt of lightning that hits a house or building — even one that is protected against severe weather — can travel through plumbing, into metal pipes, and shock anyone who comes into contact with a faucet or appliance, such as a shower. metal pipes are not only excellent conductors of electricity, but they also carry tap water laden with impurities that help conduct electrical current.
likewise, lightning does not have to strike a swimming pool itself to cause electrical shocks in the pool. a pool is connected to a much larger area with a network of underground pipes, electric wires, and gas lines. if lightning strikes any of those, the electricity can travel into the pool.
adapted from
the new york times and
uxl encyclopedia
your evaluation of the claim:
□ fully accurate
□ partially accurate
□ not accurate

Explanation:

The claim aligns with established physics principles: metal is an excellent electrical conductor, and tap water with impurities conducts electricity well. Lightning can travel through conductive plumbing/underground connected systems to reach people or pools without a direct strike, which is supported by credible sources (The New York Times, UXL Encyclopedia).

Answer:

☑ Fully accurate