These activities have the most lightning-related deaths
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Some activities are more dangerous than others when it comes to lightning safety and thunderstorms. At the top of the list: fishing, spending time at the beach and boating. But the common thread goes further than just all taking place on or near water.
Breakdown
- Fishing leads as the activity with most lightning deaths 7s
- Beachgoing and boating are also high-risk activities 12s
- Being out in the open without shelter is the main risk factor 22s
- Sounds like waves or motors can mask thunder warnings 32s
- Other risky activities include cycling and yard work 41s