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When a thunderstorm is approaching, find
shelter in a building or car. Keep windows closed. Telephone
lines and metal pipes can conduct electricity. Unplug appliances
and avoid using the telephone or any electrical appliances. Also,
avoid taking a bath or shower, or running water for other purposes.
For more information go to:
www.lightningsafety.com
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Before Lighting
Strikes:
*Keep an eye on the sky. Look for
darkening skies, flashes of light or increasing wind.
*Listen for the sound of thunder.
*If you can hear thunder, you are close
enough to the storm to be struck by lightening. Seek shelter
immediately.
*Listen to the radio or television for
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Protecting Yourself
Outside:
*If you are in the woods, take shelter
under the shorter trees.
*If you are boating or swimming, get to
land and find shelter.
*If you cannot find shelter, go to a
low-lying, open place away from trees, poles or metal objects.
*Do not lie flat on the ground. This
will make you a larger target.
*Try to make yourself a smaller target.
Squat low to the ground, place your hands on your knees with your head
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