Severe Weather Awareness Week emphasizes lightning safety, with 20 annual lightning-related deaths in the US and 36.8 million ground strike points each year.
Severe Weather Awareness Week highlights the importance of lightning safety, with 20 annual lightning-related deaths in the US. A study reveals 36.8 million ground strike points each year in the US, with the Gulf Coast experiencing the most lightning activity. During thunderstorms, the National Weather Service advises seeking shelter indoors, avoiding open fields, tall structures, and water bodies, and waiting at least 30 minutes after the last lightning strike or thunderclap before resuming outdoor activities.
February 28, 2024
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