Courtesy NOAA/Mr. Shane Lear
Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 20-26, 2010. Lightning is the second greatest cause of storm-related deaths in the U.S., killing more than tornadoes or hurricanes. Lightning also inflicts life-long debilitating injuries on many more than it kills.
NO PLACE OUTSIDE IS SAFE NEAR A THUNDERSTORM!
Go inside if you hear thunder, but keep away from corded telephones, electrical appliances, and plumbing. The second safest place is a vehicle with a metal roof and metal sides.
Learn much more about lightning and lightning safety at www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov.