Tools & Resources

Procedures for Water-Based Activities

Description

  • People on or in the water are among those most at risk during thunderstorms. Swimming, boating, sailing/surf boarding are all  dangerous activities when lightning is in the area.
  • When on or in the water, move to land immediately at the first sign of a storm.  Shelter in a safe indoor location or follow the procedures listed on Procedures When Safe Indoor Shelters are Unavailable.

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