36th Annual Meeting of the National Weather Association Teacher Workshop (17 Oct 11)
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36th Annual Meeting of the National Weather AssociationTeacher Workshop
(17 Oct 11)
Lightning Safety
Mr. William P. RoederPrivate Meteorologist
Lightning -- The Underrated Weather Hazard
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
Courtesy National Lightning Safety Institute
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Overview
• LIGHTNING -- SIGNIFICANT HAZARD!
• FLORIDA LIGHTNING THREAT
• LIGHTNING SAFETY PROCEDURES
Public EducationIs The Answer!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning -- Significant Hazard
• LIGHTNING: The Underrated Weather Hazard!
• 2nd Leading Cause Of Storm Deaths In U.S. (~ 50 / Year)
• More Than Tornadoes! More Than Hurricanes!
• Only ~10% Of Those Struck Are Killed
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning -- Significant Hazard
• LIGHTNING: The Underrated Weather Hazard!
• Inflicts Life-Long Debilitating Injuries On Many More
• Strikes ~500 / Year
• ~70% Require Extended Care
• Lightning Safety Receiving More Attention
• Still room for more public education
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning -- Significant Hazard
• LIGHTNING: The Underrated Weather Hazard!
• $5 Billion Economic Impact Each Year In U.S.
• Airline ($2B)
• Insurance ($1B)• 1 Claim / 60 Flashes
• Power Industry ($1B)
• Residential Fires ($147M)
• Forest Fires ($20 M)
• Electronics ($?)
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Florida Lightning Threat
Florida -- Thunderstorm Capital Of U.S.!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Vaisala, Inc.National LightningDetection Network
(1997-2010)
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Central Florida Is “Lightning Alley”
Tampa To Titusville
Florida Lightning Threat
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
National Lightning Detection Network(1997-2010)
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Florida Lightning Threat
Top States For Lightning Deaths And Injuries
1959-2008(Holle Meteorology & Photography, Holle)
LIGHTNING DEATHS
1. FLORIDA
2. TX
3. NC
4. OH
5. TN 6. CO (#2 1999-2008)
7. NY
8. LA
9. PA
10. MD
1959-2001(NWS/MLB, Bragaw)
LIGHTNING INJURIES
1. FLORIDA
2. MI
3. NC
4. PA
5. NY
6. OH
7. TX
8. CO
9. GA
10. TN
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Is Leading Cause Of Weather Deaths In Florida
Florida Lightning Threat
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
• Lightning Safety Personal Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
• Personal Procedures
• Three Slogans
• 5-Levels of Lightning Safety
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
SOAP
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
LEVEL-1:
• Schedule Outdoor Events To Avoid The Threat
• Use Local Forecasts
• Know Local Weather Patterns
• Kudos To NWS / Melbourne!
• Provide Lightning Information In Forecast / Warnings
• www.srh.noaa.gov/mlb• NOAA Weather Radio• Graphical Hazardous Weather Outlook!
• National Leader!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
LEVEL-2:
• Know When And Where To Go For Lightning Safety
• Watch For Approaching Or Locally Developing Storms
• When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!
• Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
• May Seem Too Conservative -- It’s NOT!
“Bolt From The Blue”
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
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Seek A Safe Place:
• Large Fully Enclosed Building With Wiring & Plumbing or Vehicle With Solid Metal Roof And Solid Metal Sides
• No Place Outside Is Safe When Thunderstorms In The Area
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
• Once In Proper Shelter, Avoid Conducting Paths To Outside• Telephone (corded)
• Except In Emergencies• Electrical Appliances / Wiring
• TVs And TV Cables• Computers• Light Switches
• Plumbing• Showers• Sinks• Rest Rooms• Pools
• Don’t Watch Lightning From Window / Doorway• Inner Rooms Are Generally Better
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
LEVEL-3:• If You Must Be Outside With Thunderstorms In The Area, Avoid:
• Elevated Places• Open Areas (Sports Fields, Beaches)• Tall Isolated Objects (Trees)• Unprotected Pavilions (Rain & Picnic Shelters)• Water Related Activities (Swimming, Boating, Fishing)
• Indoor Pools Too• Large Metal Structures (Bleachers, Fences)
• Metal Doesn’t Attract Lightning, But Conducts It Long Distance
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Telephone(5%)
Farm & HeavyEquipment
(9%)
Open Areas(Includes Sports Fields,
Golfing (6% of total),and Beaches)
(49%)
Water(Swimming,
Boating,Fishing)
(22%)
UnderTrees(13%)
RadioEquipment
(3%)
Lightning CasualtiesIn Florida (1959-1993)(Southeast Climate Center)
When Thunderstorms Nearby, Avoid These Activities Like Your Life Depends On It -- It Does!
When Thunderstorms Nearby, Avoid These Activities Like Your Life Depends On It -- It Does!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Keep Away From Trees!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Keep Away From Trees!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
Keep Away From Trees!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
• Proceed To Safest Spot Possible
• Separate By Several Body Lengths
• Share Warning Signs And Warning Call
• Lightning Is Imminent If . . .• Tingling Skin, Hair Sticking Out, Metal Vibrating, St. Elmo’s Fire, Crackling Static Sound
• If Lightning Is Imminent . . .• Use “Lightning Crouch”
• Best Balance Between Low Height & Little Area Touching Ground• Do NOT Lie Flat On Ground!
• Proceed To Safest Spot Possible
• Separate By Several Body Lengths
• Share Warning Signs And Warning Call
• Lightning Is Imminent If . . .• Tingling Skin, Hair Sticking Out, Metal Vibrating, St. Elmo’s Fire, Crackling Static Sound
• If Lightning Is Imminent . . .• Use “Lightning Crouch”
• Best Balance Between Low Height & Little Area Touching Ground• Do NOT Lie Flat On Ground!
• If In An Unsafe Location And Thunderstorms Threaten . . .• If In An Unsafe Location And Thunderstorms Threaten . . .
LEVEL-4:
• Wait A Few Seconds, Slowly Stand And Test If Okay, Then Continue To Safest Spot Possible• Wait A Few Seconds, Slowly Stand And Test If Okay, Then Continue To Safest Spot Possible
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
LAST RESORT!NO LONGER TAUGHTTO GENERAL PUBLIC!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
LEVEL-5:
• First Aid – All Deaths From Cardiac ArrestFirst Aid – All Deaths From Cardiac Arrest
• Start CPR Or Rescue Breathing, As RequiredStart CPR Or Rescue Breathing, As Required
• Have Someone Call 9-1-1Have Someone Call 9-1-1
• Use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)Use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
• If AED Not Available, Or If It Doesn’t Start,If AED Not Available, Or If It Doesn’t Start, Continue CPR Or Rescue Breathing Continue CPR Or Rescue Breathing
LEVEL-5:
• First Aid – All Deaths From Cardiac ArrestFirst Aid – All Deaths From Cardiac Arrest
• Start CPR Or Rescue Breathing, As RequiredStart CPR Or Rescue Breathing, As Required
• Have Someone Call 9-1-1Have Someone Call 9-1-1
• Use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)Use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)
• If AED Not Available, Or If It Doesn’t Start,If AED Not Available, Or If It Doesn’t Start, Continue CPR Or Rescue Breathing Continue CPR Or Rescue Breathing
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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
• Lightning Is Death Ray
• Only ~ 10% Killed
• Survivors Often Have Life-Long Debilitating Injuries
• Lightning Victim Is Electrified -- Don’t Touch, Or Be Electrocuted
• It Is Safe To Apply First-Aid!
• But Beware Downed Live Wires In Thunderstorms; Touching Victim Then Is Dangerous
• “Crispy Critter” Myth
• First-Aid -- Myths
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Procedures
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunderstorms Are In The Area, You Have A ChoiceGo Inside, Or Else This Could Happen To You!
Exploded Tree!
Wrap Up
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Runway At Eglin AFB, FL (May 99)
Wrap Up
When Thunderstorms Are In The Area, You Have A ChoiceGo Inside, Or Else This Could Happen To You!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Louisiana State Memorial (May, Jul 99)
Stone Exploded!
3 Ton Blocks Moved!
Wrap Up
When Thunderstorms Are In The Area, You Have A ChoiceGo Inside, Or Else This Could Happen To You!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Chinese Crested Dog
Wrap Up
When Thunderstorms Are In The Area, You Have A ChoiceGo Inside, Or Else This Could Happen To You?
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Summary
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
• Lightning Is Extremely Significant Hazard, But Far Too Often Underrated
• On-base Lightning Safety
• Listen For And React To The Phase-1 Lightning Watches And Phase-II Lightning Warnings
• Off-base Lightning Safety
• Three slogans
• The 5-Levels
• Vast Majority Of Lightning Casualties Easily, Quickly, Cheaply Prevented!
• But Inconvenient, So Be Diligent!
• Lightning Is Extremely Significant Hazard, But Far Too Often Underrated
• On-base Lightning Safety
• Listen For And React To The Phase-1 Lightning Watches And Phase-II Lightning Warnings
• Off-base Lightning Safety
• Three slogans
• The 5-Levels
• Vast Majority Of Lightning Casualties Easily, Quickly, Cheaply Prevented!
• But Inconvenient, So Be Diligent!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Web-Sites
• NOAA Lightning Safety:
• www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov• Lightning safety information
• National Weather Service:
• www.weather.gov
• Local forecasts for planning outdoor activities
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
SOAP
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Slogans
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Slogans
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Its Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety Slogans
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Hat Photo
Group Photo! -- Put on Lightning Hat in Your Gift Bags
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now Okay To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
Lightning Safety
• QUESTIONS?• www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov
• www.weather.gov
• For Lightning Safety Briefings, Call . . .
• William P. Roeder
• (321) 853-8410
• QUESTIONS?• www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov
• www.weather.gov
• For Lightning Safety Briefings, Call . . .
• William P. Roeder
• (321) 853-8410
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!
When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!Half An Hour Since Thunder Roars, Now It’s Safe To Go Outdoors!