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Lightning strike
HIGH URGENCY
Step by Step
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1
**Get out of strike zone** but never run in open ground during storm
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2
Find **low ground**, crouch · feet together · hands on knees
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3
**Avoid** trees / poles / metal / water
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4
Inside tent safer than outside (but don't touch metal poles)
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5
Strike victim is **not electrified** · safe to touch
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6
No breathing / pulse → **immediate CPR** · call 999
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7
Minor (burns / numbness / brief LoC) still needs hospital (delayed arrhythmia)
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8
**Remember:** if you hear thunder, you're in the danger zone
⚠ Reference only · not medical training. Serious cases — always call 999.