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Do you have to be outside, where the thunderstorm is, to be struck? No, you can be hit up to ten miles away from the storm is. And lightning is not just in storms, but also volcanic eruptions, extreme forest fires, nuclear detonations, heavy snowstorms, and large hurricanes. Even when you are inside, you could be at risk, most commonly by being on a landline telephone. Or if you are near windows, doors, electronics with plugs, wire, pipes, flooring, and plumbing. When are you at the most risk to be hit? Outside in the summer. Teenage boys are most common victims, especially during this time. What is the US capital for thunderstorms... and the world? State- Florida City (in U.S.)- Tampa Bay, Florida Country in World- Rwanda, Africa What is the chance you will be hit by lightning in your lifetime? 1 in 3,000 chance. When should you go into shelter and when is it safe to come out of shelter/safety? If the time of lightning and thunder is less than 30 seconds, then seek shelter. You can come out 30 minutes after last thunder (Remember: sun after a storm does not always mean safety from lightning)

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