During a thunderstorm, do not talk on the cell phone

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During a thunderstorm, do not talk on the cell phone
During a thunderstorm, do not talk on the cell phone
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In recent years, periods are not rare, especially in late spring and summer, when we are often hit by thunderstorms. For this reason, we have selected for you, dear readers, simple rules that would help you save your life and he alth during such a storm. And here are the tips:

• Close doors and windows, turn off fans, computers and TV.

• Turn off electrical appliances as well as the antenna if you have one.

• Be sure to turn off your laptop and mobile phone.

• Do not stand near the window or terrace, as well as massive metal objects.

• You should not be in an open area, near metal facilities and near the power lines of trolleys and trams.

• You should not touch wet and iron objects.

• Remove all metal jewelry – chains, rings, earrings and put them in a leather or plastic bag.

• Do not under any circumstances try to hide under large trees.

• It is not desirable to be near electric poles.

• Do not go near substations.

• Do not go out to collect the laundry outside because it may be a conductor of electricity.

• Do not ride a bicycle or motorcycle.

• Do not enter any body of water to bathe, even get as far away from it as possible.

• It is very dangerous to talk on a cell phone during a thunderstorm, just turn it off.

Caution

The storm, thunder, lightning usually "hit" the highest point on its way. Alone in the field - this is the highest point. It's even scarier to find yourself on a lonely hill during a thunderstorm! If for some reason you do find yourself alone in the field facing the storm, take cover in the lowest and most hollow place possible. It may be a ditch, it may be some vada if you like, or at the lowest point in the field itself, sit on your knees and bow your head. During a storm, it is not recommended to lie on the wet ground.

If you are in the car - no problem

The car protects the people inside well enough, because even when struck by lightning, the electric discharge passes over the surface of the metal, i.e. on the roof. So if you're caught in a thunderstorm in your car, close the windows, turn off the radio, turn off your cell phone, and your GPS if you have one. Do not touch door handles and other metal parts in your car. See what the right actions are if you are still struck by lightning.

• In case of minor damage, it is possible to get fainting, nervous shock, dizziness, weakness, burns.

• In more severe cases – fainting, shock, deafness, suppression of cardiac activity. The casu alty should be warmed up, given complete rest and given painkillers and sedatives.

• In very severe lesions, breathing disorder and cardiac arrest are possible. In such a situation, urgent cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the infusion of means that stimulate heart contractions and breathing are necessary.

Finally some helpful tips on how to save yourself from ball lightning as well. If you are in your home or any other premises during the storm, you should not stand near batteries, windows, electrical appliances, antennas, wires and metal objects. Close windows, doors, chimneys and vents. This will avoid the currents that attract ball lightning.

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