THUNDERSTORMS

Which of the following is an effect of a thunderstorm?

• Heavy rains that cause flooding, lightning that can cause fires, and strong winds that can blow over power lines or trees.
• There is no damamge caused by a thunderstorm.
• In the thunderstorm, there is just a lot of rain, no damage.
• A thunderstorm can destroy buildings and crops.

During _____________ stay inside if possible, stay out of the water, and do not stand under trees.

• rain Storm
• hurricane
• tornado
• thunderstorm

During this type of severe weather, hail may also form.

• hurricane
• tornado
• thunderstorm
• rain storm

Standing near a tree is the safest thing to do during a lightning storm.

• True

• False

What should you do if caught outside during an electrical storm? Select all correct answers.

• Don't be the tallest object.

• Stay away from isolated trees, towers, and utility poles.

• Try to outrun the storm

• If with a group of people spread out.

What should you do if during an outdoor activity you hear thunder?

• Wait until the event organizers tell you to leave.

• Speak out and find safe shelter.

• Until you see lightning it's okay.

• Spread out on the ground.

Lightning never strikes in the same spot twice.

• True

• False

Should you get upset and start crying during a severe weather emergency?

• yes
• no

As soon as the rainstorm passes and rain stops falling, it is safe to resume activity.

• true

• false

It is better to be “proactive” rather than “reactive” with lightning injury avoidance.

• true

• false