Thunderstorm Safety and Lightning Facts Quiz

What should you seek during a thunderstorm?

• A sturdy building or hard-topped vehicle

• A tree for shelter

• An open field

• A swimming pool

Which of the following should you avoid touching during a thunderstorm?

• Rubber shoes

• Wooden furniture

• Conductive objects like metal fences

• Plastic items

What is a recommended action to take regarding weather conditions during thunderstorms?

• Monitor weather forecasts

• Ignore weather updates

• Go outside to observe

• Trust your instincts

How often does lightning strike the Earth's surface?

• 500 times per hour

• About 100 times per second

• 10 times a day

• Once every minute

How much energy can a single lightning bolt release?

• 500 million joules

• 2 billion joules

• 100 million joules

• Up to 1 billion joules