Lightning Safety You Need to Know

Lightning season is here and deadly—two North Carolina boaters died last year, and one fatality already this year. Most strikes happen June through August, especially on weekends. Cars offer safety thanks to their metal shells—not the tires. Avoid motorcycles, golf carts, and riding mowers. NC ranks among the worst states for lightning deaths, with most victims engaged in outdoor recreation—often men fishing, playing sports, or working. Debunked myths: you can touch a lightning victim safely, and crouching won’t help. Trees are dangerous—second only to open fields for fatalities. If struck, lightning victims may suffer burns, brain damage, or death—even survivors face long-term issues. If you see someone struck, call 911 immediately and prioritize CPR for the most critically injured. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cfd0a8da76468ab0