Was melting down a batch of wheel weights a couple weeks ago. Had all the clips out then the rain got a bit harder. I was done for the day.
We've all heard the stories where a drop of sweat hits the pot and boom, lead everywhere. I call B.S..
I stood back and let that rain hit the pot. Lots of hissing bit no molten lead explosions. Remember, steam under the molten lead and it will go everywhere. On top.....not so much.
I let this go for a good 20 minutes.
Not that I'm saying to smelt in the rain, just finish up quick.