Difference between revisions of "Lightning Precautions"
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[[http://rendezvous.nols.edu/files/Curriculum/research_projects/Risk%20Management%20Reports/NOLS%20Backcountry%20Lightning%20Safety%20Guidelines.pdf different version of NOLS guidelines]] | [[http://rendezvous.nols.edu/files/Curriculum/research_projects/Risk%20Management%20Reports/NOLS%20Backcountry%20Lightning%20Safety%20Guidelines.pdf different version of NOLS guidelines]] | ||
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Revision as of 02:43, 13 August 2014
- Avoid high places like ridges
- Stay away from tall trees
- Avoid large level areas like lakes or prairies
- Avoid metal objects like tent poles
- Being in a valley under low trees is good
- If you feel static electricity get on your knees and put your hands on your knees or crouch on the balls of your feet
[Facts and Myths Mary Ann Cooper MD]
[different version of NOLS guidelines]
[Wilderness Medical Society Guidelines]