When the sun is at that very low angle, the sun s white light bends and scatters differently, giving the sky a different color than the blue we see during most of the day. Now imagine - you re cooped up inside your home on a summer day. There is a big storm outside - heavy rain, gusty wind, lightning, and thunder. Here are some storm safety rules to help you stay safe this summer. Always go inside when you see lightning or hear thunder.
Lightning can strike as far as five to ten miles away from the edge of a thunderstorm.
Water easily attracts lightning - you should immediately leave a swimming pool or get out of any other body of water when a storm is nearby. Don t stay and play too long when a storm approaches - abandon your game until later. Tennis courts, ball fields, and golf courses are especially dangerous. You are safe inside a sturdy building like a home, office, or business. However, avoid taking shelter under small structures like picnic shelters and metal sheds.