Water is an excellent conductor of electricity. If you're in your car, stay there. Stay in that position until the threat has passed. Contrary to popular belief, it IS possible to be struck by lightning more than once. Although most people will never be struck by lightning, there are documented cases of unfortunate individuals who have been struck by lightning 2 or more times.
Men are four times more likely to be struck by lightning than women are.
The majority of lightning strikes occur in the afternoon. You are more likely to be struck by lightning in Florida than in any other state. You are more likely to be struck by lightning on a Sunday than any other day of the week. The second most popular day for lightning strikes is Wednesday. Lightning is powerful, beautiful, and can be deadly.