Administration & Finance / News / News ReleaseFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Ginger Walker Tips Can Help UH Community Stay Safe When Lightning StrikesHouston, June 23, 2014 — Because lightning can strike without warning, being prepared for it is always a good practice. The UH Office of Emergency Management would like to pass along some lightning safety tips from the National Weather Service during Lightning Safety Awareness Week, which is June 22-28: Lightning: What You Need to Know
Indoor lightning safety
Last resort outdoor risk reduction tips If you are caught outside with no safe shelter anywhere nearby, the following actions may reduce your risk:
For more information on lightning safety, visit the National Weather Service's Lightning Safety Page. If you encounter lightning and a fire occurs as a result, the University of Houston's Fire Marshal's Office provides the following tips:
In the event of an emergency, visit the UH Emergency Operations Website for up-to-date emergency information.
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