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What you need to know about lightning after the scary Hudson Valley incident

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Lightning video courtesy of Matt Krass.

This is an incredibly dangerous situation for many reasons. Did you know that a single bolt of lightning can be about five times hotter than the surface of the sun? The average bolt of lightning also has a voltage of 300 million volts, enough to power a small town for an entire day!


Here are some tips for your safety when lightning strikes are imminent:

  • If it thunders, go into the house as quickly as possible.
  • If you don’t feel safe indoors, be sure to avoid metal and wires and stay near trees.
  • Lightning can strike up to 10 miles outside the area of ​​a thunderstorm, so always stay indoors when a thunderstorm is nearby, even if it hasn’t reached your location yet.
  • If someone is struck by lightning, you must of course immediately

The entire News 12 Storm Watch Team is always keeping you informed of possible lightning strikes and broadcasting regular severe weather updates on social media, the radio and the FREE News 12 app.


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