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blott
01-09-2002, 23:08
Florida has a fair number of storms, particularly in the summer months and the lightning can be dangerous.

If there's a lightning storm:

Stay indoors or in your car if you're out

If you're in the car, pull over as the rain usually makes visibility difficult

Everyone knows the one about not sheltering under trees - don't do it!

If you're in the open, crouch down to make yourself as small as possible

Don't go near the windows indoors to watch the lightning or stand in the garage with the doors open

Don't go in the pool as water attracts lightning

Don't use the telephone while there's a storm

Turn off the TV and any electrical appliances

Don't use a computer

The electricity often goes off during a lightning storm - it will come back on later

If there are any bangs outside, don't go out to investigate - wait until the storm passes

Blott