Lightning
Over 100 people are believed killed by lightning each year
People who survive being struck by lightning usually suffer a large number of ailments, e.g., depression, headaches
To avoid being struck by lightning:
- Have lightning monitors installed at locations where people often gather outside, e.g., ball fields
If you’re aware that there’s a lightning storm nearby:
Immediately:
- Stay away from all metal objects
- Avoid being under a tree
- Stay out of water
- Avoid holding metal objects, e.g., golf clubs
Approximately one of every 12 lightning deaths involves golfers - Go into a building or vehicle with windows rolled up
If there are no buildings or vehicles nearby:
- Squat with feet together and hands over ears
If you’re indoors:
- Avoid using the telephone, especially non-cordless phones
- Avoid using home appliances, e.g., computers, toasters
- Stay away from all metal objects
If you’re involved in an outdoor activity (e.g., a baseball game):
- Suspend play until at least 30 minutes after it appears the storm has passed most lightning strikes occur at the beginning or end of a storm
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