What are the self-rescue methods when encountering lightning?

Obtain thunder and lightning warning information

Dial 12121 or 96121, or consult the local meteorological station, or obtain early warning information through TV, radio, newspapers, the Internet, mobile phone text messages, etc.

Check the lightning warning signal warning devices, such as warning signs, warning flags, warning lights, etc.

Log in to meteorological websites, such as www.cma.gov.cn, www.nmc.gov.cn, etc.

Outdoor lightning protection

Quickly hide in a building protected by lightning protection facilities. A car is an ideal place to take shelter from a lightning strike.

Stay away from trees, telephone poles, chimneys and other tall, isolated objects. It is not advisable to enter isolated sheds, guard boxes and other low buildings.

If you cannot find a suitable lightning protection place, you should find a low-lying place, squat down, put your feet together, put your hands on your knees, and bend forward.

It is not advisable to hold an umbrella in an open space, or to carry metal tools, badminton rackets, golf clubs and other items on your shoulders.

Do not swim or engage in other water sports. It is not suitable to engage in outdoor ball games, climbing, riding and other sports. Leave the water and other open areas as soon as possible and find a place with lightning protection facilities to take shelter.

It is not advisable to drive a motorcycle or ride a bicycle on the road, and do not run when there is thunder.

In the unfortunate event of a lightning strike, fellow travelers should promptly call the police for help and provide first aid.

Indoor lightning protection, close doors and windows, and try to stay away from doors, windows, balconies and external walls

Do not approach or touch any metal pipes outdoors, including water pipes, heating pipes, gas pipes, etc. .

Try not to use household appliances, including televisions, computers, wired telephones, amusement park radios, refrigerators, washing machines, microwave ovens, etc., in rooms without lightning protection facilities. It is recommended to unplug all power plugs.

Do not use solar water heaters for bathing during thunderstorms.

When a lightning strike fire occurs, cut off the power supply as soon as possible and dial "119" or "110" to call the police for help.

Lightning protection facilities must be tested regularly.