Summer Burn Safety
Outdoor Lightning Safety
§Seek
–Vehicle (stay inside with windows closed)
–Ditch, trench or low ground
(except in heavy rain)
–Group of shrubs or trees of uniform height
§Squat, kneel or sit, don’t lie flat
§Cover ears with hands
If you’re caught outside, stay in or get in your vehicle if it’s close by, and keep the windows closed. If you are unable to reach adequate shelter, seek the lowest available ground, while avoiding ditches or trenches in heavy rain. Seek out a group of trees or shrubs of the same height.
Wherever you are, don’t lie flat on the ground.  You present a smaller target for lightning if you squat, kneel or sit.
Covering your ears will help prevent damage from loud thunder right above you.
(Bridge)   While it’s a lot safer to be inside a building when lighting is in the vicinity, it’s not completely risk free.  What precautions should you take even if you’re indoors?