Safety Tips
Lightning kills between 75 and 100 people nationwide annually. During thunderstorms, stay inside. If you are outdoors, an automobile is a safe place to be.
Keep away from conductors including:
- Doors
- Windows
- Stoves
- Sinks
- Metal pipes
Disconnect electrical appliances such as TV’s, radios and computers. When outdoors, minimize your height but don’t lie flat. Do not take shelter under a tree and avoid standing in small sheds in open areas.
Stay away from metallic conductors including:
- Wire fences
- Overhead power lines