Lightning can kill, as several recent tragedies on the Delaware coast have sadly reminded us. Actually, lightning consistently kills over 100 people each year in the United States. Last year, in Delaware and Maryland alone, 51 people were reported to have perished in lightning-related tragedies. One study of lightning strikes indicates that a significant number of victims died or were injured while on or near open water. Thus, it is apparent that lightning in marine areas--while boating, fishing, or visiting beachfronts or piers--is particularly dangerous.
Beach Safety: Protect Yourself from Lightning
1990
2 pages
Report
No indication
English
Physical Meteorology , Ocean Sciences & Technology , Recreation , Protection , Lightning , Beaches , United States , Thunderstorms , Air masses , Friction , Mortality , Humans , Delaware , Maryland , Safety , Piers , Electrical shock , Hazards , Electric charge , Guidelines , Sea Grant program , Downdrafts , Victims
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