Being British probably means you're used to a little unpredictable weather.
Maximum temperatures reached 35 degrees Celsiusin recent weeks, followed by a yellow thunderstorm warning.
Rain and showers expected in some areas over the weekend, with strong winds especially felt in the northwest.
The Japan Meteorological Agency has said there will be more "unsettled weather" next month, and experts now warn that household chores should be taken care of under certain circumstances.
Do not stand under trees or near windows during thunder.
But scientists say that washing the dishes should also be avoided.
Doctors at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) say people should avoid all activities that involve water, such as showering and washing dishes.
This, they say, reduces the risk of being struck by lightning.
His Dr. James Rawlings, a physics lecturer at the University of Nottingham Trent, said this is due to the way thunderstorms are activated.
In The Conversation, he explained that there are two basic elements of his that help storms thrive - moisture and updrafts.
"High temperatures and humidity create large amounts of moist air in the atmosphere that can form thunderstorms.
"Clouds contain millions of small particles of water and ice. of these interactions lead to the production of lightning.
"Rising water droplets collide with falling ice droplets, imparting a negative electrical charge. pass and leave a positive charge," he said.
According to Dr. Rawlings, inthunderstormsclouds act as large generators, separating positive and negative charges to create separation between clouds.
When a cloud moves to Earth, it creates an opposite charge on the ground.
This is what attracts lightning strikes towards the ground.
You might think that being inside is harmless, but it really isn't.
"If lightning strikes a house, electricity will follow the path of least resistance to the ground.
"Metal wires, water in Provides a conductive path for electricity to ground.
"The shower provides both (water and metal), making it an ideal path for electricity.
" A nice relaxing shower can turn into something not so relaxing.
Not only should he stay away from the water, but he should also avoid leaning against a concrete wall.
This is because some concrete can be reinforced with metal beams.
Dr. Rawlings added:
He should leave the house at least 30 minutes before showering or washing the dishes. Said
