Question

Which of the following is a safe position during lightning?

• A. Lie flat on the ground with hands with streched hands and legs
• B. Stand on the ground with hands and head upward
• C. Kneel down with folded hands and head down
• D. Squat low with hands on the knees and head between the hands

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Squat low with hands on the knees and head between the hands

During lightning, squat low on the ground. Place your hands on your knees with your head between the hands. This position will make you the smallest target to be struck.