Lightning Precautions
From Oregon Hikers Field Guide
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- 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]