What should you do during a lightning storm?

Seek safe shelter.

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  1. Stand under a tall tree
  2. Hold a metal pole
  3. Seek safe shelter ✔

Why: Seek shelter in a safe building or vehicle. Avoid tall isolated objects.

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Answer: Seek safe shelter. Seek shelter in a safe building or vehicle. Avoid tall isolated objects.

  1. Scouting America: Emergency Preparedness www.scouting.org/merit-badges/emergency-preparedness
    (21) Lightning storm
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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