Protecting Critical Operations from Lightning Disruptions, Paper360º January/February 2026

Pulp and paper mills are generally susceptible to lightning strikes and their secondary effects due to their physical structures, operational processes, and locations. Many pulp and paper mills are in regions with high thunderstorm frequency, especially in areas with humid, subtropical, or temperate climates. This is particularly true for mills situated near large bodies of water such as rivers or coastlines, which are common locations due to the need for substantial water availability.

These regions can experience a high density of lightning strikes. Even in areas with infrequent thunderstorms, severe lightning events can still occur, leading to catastrophic damage, injury, downtime, and unpermitted emissions or discharges due to process upsets.

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