Question

Which of the following precaution(s) we must take during thunderstorms?
(More than one option can be correct.)

• A. Take shelter under a tall tree.
• B. Stay inside the house.
• C. Get out of water.
• D. Take shelter inside a car.

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

Take shelter inside a car.

Precautions to be taken during thunderstorms:

• Do not take shelter under a tall tree as lightning first strikes the tall objects.
• Take shelter inside the house as it transmits lightning to the ground due to the earthing of buildings.
• Take shelter inside a car as its outer metallic surface transmits lightning to the ground.
• Get out of the water as it is a good conductor of electricity.