Question

Select the safe measure(s) to be taken to protect ourselves against lightning strike.

• A. Using Telephone having cord
• B. Switching on / off electric lights
• C. Using a mobile phone
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

The correct options are
B

Switching on / off electric lights

C

Using a mobile phone

During a thunderstorm, contact with telephone cords, electrical wires, metal pipes and water should be avoided. Carrying an umbrella with a metal cap is not a good idea during thunderstorms because it has a tendency to attract the lightning bolt.