When it comes to modifying household appliances and engaging in Lichtenberg wood burning, do not do it.
That’s the message from Fire Chief Greg Hankkio after they responded to a situation over the weekend in which an individual was electrocuted to death trying to engage in the activity.
The process involves burning lightning or tree-like figures into wood using high-electricity voltage generators or similar components. The wood is soaked with a chemical solution.
“This is an extremely dangerous process with deadly consequences, and I would strongly recommend that people do not try this,” said Chief Greg Hankkio, Thunder Bay Fire Rescue.
On their website, the Electrical Safety Authority issued the following warning: “Do not attempt to assemble or use a Lichtenberg generator for any purpose. They are extremely dangerous, contain live accessible wiring and components, and are unsafe for any use or handling. Both homemade and pre-built Lichtenberg generators are considered to have the potential to seriously injure and or death.”
