Lightning kills an average of 51 victims a year. Your best protection is to go inside as soon as you hear thunder. Even indoors, dangers are still present. Learn the frightening facts and protect your home and family.
Lighting Myths & Shocking Facts
- Myth: If it’s not raining or cloudy, you’re safe from lightning. Fact: If you can hear thunder, lightning is nearby. Lightning often strikes over 10 miles from the center of a thunderstorm
- Myth: A lightning strike victim carries a charge and should not be touched.
Fact: Lightning travels at about 220,000,000 miles per hour and will have […]
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