Keep children from playing in these areas during inclement weather. High winds can topple trees, outdoor equipment, and electrical lines. Avoid downed power lines and notify the utility company of power outages. If an electrical line falls across your car, do not move the car or try to get out. Stay where you are until help arrives.
Lightning is nature's worst destroyer.
A typical lightning bolt contains several hundred million volts at 30,000 or more amperes. Lightning need not strike a person directly to be dangerous. Lightning can crash down from virtually clear sky. Stay away from open doors or windows during an electrical storm. Avoid using the telephone or television set and keep clear of all metal objects such as pipes and electrical appliances during a storm.