oldhvymec
First of all lightning is sent directly to the closest and biggest ground.Not so. That's not how lightning works. Most lightning never even makes it to the ground.
Folks that use to get hit with lightning were hit because of antenna sticking up all over the place. THAT is what normally wipes out electrical gear NOT lightning hitting the power pole.. THAT'S right it goes into the ground rod ...A proper home grounding system does not offer absolute protection against lightning strike damage. Not even close.