SWAW Day 3: Lightning

03/09/2011
Welcome to Day 3 of Severe Weather Awareness Week! Today our focus is on Lightning Safety. Lightning is something we have all likely seen. As beautiful as it may be, it is a serious danger especially if you are outside. Take a moment to review our flyer which includes what is lightning, facts, and the 30/30 Rule. Also, linked below is an additional flyer from the NWS giving great tips on safety inside your home and outside.

Related Links:
Douglas County EM Website - http://bit.ly/gOw4JZ
Day 3 Topic: Lightning Safety - http://www.douglas-county.com/depts/em/preparedness/docs/pdf/severeweatherawareweek_day3.pdf
Lightning: What You Need to Know - http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/resources/Lightning_What_you_Need_to_Know.pdf
Lightning Safety Page - NWS - http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/

Media Contact:
Jillian Rodrigue, Assistant Director
Emergency Management Department
785-838-2459
jrodrigue@douglas-county.com