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You hear thunder while fishing from a small open boat. What should you do?

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  1. Keep fishing until you see lightning
  2. Lie down flat in the boat
  3. Head for safe shelter on land right away

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References

  1. NWS Lightning Safety Tips www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-tips Checked 2026-10-08.
  2. NWS Lightning Safety Tips www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-tips Checked 2026-10-08.

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