June 22-28 is National Lightning Safety Awareness Week

National Lightning Safety Awareness week was started in 2001 to call attention to this underrated killer. Since then, U.S. lightning fatalities have dropped from about 50 per year to about 30. This reduction in fatalities is largely due to greater awareness of the lightning danger, and people seeking safety when thunderstorms threaten. During National Lightning Safety Awareness Week, we encourage you to learn more about lightning and lightning safety.

Here are some topics and links to help you become more informed during the week:

• Sunday: An Introduction to Lightning and Lightning Safety
• Monday: The Science of Lightning and Thunder
• Tuesday: Lightning Safety Outdoors
• Wednesday: Lightning Safety Indoors
• Thursday: Lightning Safety and Sports Activities
• Friday: Medical Effects on Lightning Victims
• Saturday: Protecting Your Home from Lightning