Lightning strike

[David1pearl]

Lighning strike took out a 3 phase meter base . I do a continuity test on the open 3 phase lines and I have continuity between all lines. Should I have or do I have a short possible underground. This is a grounded "B" phase set-up.
Please set me straight on this.

 

[bphgravity]

Yes, you will read continuity between the phases unless they are disconnected from the utility transformer (open on both ends). Right now, you are only open on one side.

A continuity test isn't sufficient for determining damage to the conductor insulation. You really need to perform an insulation resistance test on the conductors.