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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Thunderstorms can produce deadly lightning capable of striking up to 10 miles away from the storm — so, even if you don't see rain you could be in harm’s way. Remember this simple message: When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Thunderstorms can produce deadly lightning strikes up to 10 miles away. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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[USE LATEST NUMBER FROM LINK BELOW] people have died so far this year in the U.S. from being struck by lightning. Although lightning can strike anywhere, at any time, it's valuable to know where lightning deaths have occurred and what victims were doing when they were struck. Our lightning fatalities statistics page contains all this information. How vulnerable is your area to lightning? (Photo courtesy of Rich Otto).
http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/fatalities.shtml
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[USE LATEST NUMBER FROM LINK BELOW] lightning deaths so far this year in the U.S. http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/fatalities.shtml #SpringSafety
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Thunderstorms can be a marriner's worst nightmare. They can develop quickly and can produce strong wind, pounding rain and deadly lightning. If you see clouds beginning to pile up, thunderstorms are likely beginning to develop. Don’t wait until you can hear thunder or see lightning. It is best to head to port or safe shelter at the first sign of a developing storm. http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating/during.shtml
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Boaters: When storms start to form, head to port or safe shelter immediately! http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/marine/safeboating/during.shtml #LightningSafety
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Whether you’re spending the day at the beach or an afternoon at the pool, at the first sign of a storm, you should gather your things and seek shelter. By the time you hear thunder or see lightning, you’re already in danger. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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By the time you hear thunder or see lightning, you’re already in danger. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Lightning is one of the top three storm-related killers in the United States. It is also one of the least understood weather phenomena. Get a more detailed look at the science behind one of nature's most underrated killers. http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/science/scienceintro.htm #LightningSafety
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Discover the science behind lightning. http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/science/scienceintro.htm #LightningSafety #SummerSafety
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Whether you’re attending a little league baseball game or a professional sporting event, the same rule applies: When Thunder Roars Go Indoors! It is never safe to be outside when lightning is in the area.weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Whether playing or watching sports, When Thunder Roars Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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When it comes to lightning, what’s safe? What isn’t safe? Find out with Leon the Lion’s Lightning Safety Game, a fun online activity for kids of all ages.
http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/multimedia/Lightning_Game.swf #LightningSafety
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Learn Lightning safety with Leon the Lion! http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/multimedia/Lightning_Game.swf #LightningSafety
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Going camping? If there is lightning in the area, a tent is not safe. Find a sturdy building for shelter. If you can’t find one and are near your car, shelter in it with the windows up.
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Camping? Know where to shelter during a thunderstorm. weather.gov/lightning #SummerSafety
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Fishing is the number one water-related recreational activity for lightning strike fatalities. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Fishing is #1 water-related recreational activity for lightning deaths. www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov #LightningSafety
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63% of all lightning-related deaths occur when people are having fun outside. The number one recreational activity that people are taking part in when they are struck by lightning is fishing. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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63% of all lightning-related deaths occur when people are having fun outside. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Most lightning-related deaths occur when people are having fun outside. If you hear thunder or see lightning, immediately seek shelter in an enclosed building or vehicle. Remember, When Thunder Roars Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Most lightning-related deaths occur when people are having fun outside. When Thunder Roars Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning
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Learn what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to lightning. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Learn what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to lightning. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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36 people died in 2016 due to lightning. Don’t become a statistic! When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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36 people died in 2016 due to lightning. Don’t become a statistic! When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Be aware of the dangers of lightning when going fishing. A lightning strike to a vessel can be catastrophic, especially if it results in a fire or loss of electronics. Boaters should use extra caution when thunderstorm conditions exist and have a plan of escape. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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Be aware of the dangers of lightning when going fishing. weather.gov/lightning #LightningSafety
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A new partnership between NOAA and the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community has yielded a fresh safety campaign slogan to protect more people from lightning strikes this summer. “See a Flash, Dash Inside!” At the first sight of lightning, take shelter immediately. http://www.noaa.gov/stories/see-flash-dash-inside-new-lightning-safety-slogan-rolls-out #LightningSafety #SpringSafety
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See a Flash, Dash Inside! http://www.noaa.gov/stories/see-flash-dash-inside-new-lightning-safety-slogan-rolls-out #LightningSafety
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