Lightning Tips
Where not to be during lightning.
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1. Under a tree or other tall feature.
2. Exposed on a high place.
3. On wet, marshy soil.
4. In the open.
LIGHTNING-SAFE PLACE:
Crouch down in a stand of trees or shrubs of similar height and get into the lightning-safe position (see photo).