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Fast Fact:

More deaths from lightning occur on the East Coast than on the West Coast. More forest fires are started in the West during this time because the lightning season coincides with the dry season there.

Your decision to call the game can literally be a matter of life or death. Don't risk lives – know when to cancel outdoor activities.


bullet National Lightning Safety Institute -- The safety authority on lightning offers guidelines and policies

bullet Camping Safety -- a meteorologist and scoutmaster from Oklahoma shares some safety tips

bullet Lightning Safety Report -- Sample guidelines from the Virginia High School League 2000 -- 2002 Athletic/Activity Policy Manual (PDF, 49 k)

bullet Position Paper on Lightning Safety -- From the National Athletic Trainers Association

bullet Workshop Sparks Lightning Policy -- A summary of Salem's safety program

          

          

          

          

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