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Old 09-20-2005, 06:02 AM   #1
jefkawst
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Thunder Storms and PM shift tonight

There's another slight chance of rain and thunderstorms tonight. Anyone advise against going out in thunderstorms???
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Old 09-20-2005, 07:04 AM   #2
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If you are on the water and cannot get off to a safer location, avoid close contact with other paddlers. Stay at least 15-20 feet apart and do not paddle near shore.

Once a thunderstorm has passed, keep a high level of safety awareness for thirty minutes after the last observed lightning or thunder.

If you are with someone who is struck by lightning, prompt first aid could save his or her life. Eighty percent of lighting strike victims survive the shock. If the person’s breathing or heart have stopped, start CPR immediately and send someone to get help. Medical attention should be sought as soon as possible, because there may be internal injuries present that are not apparent during a field examination.

Paddling a kayak is an activity with associated inherent risks.





http://www.lightningsafety.noaa.gov/outdoors.htm

http://www.pascocountyfl.net/oem/thunders.asp


http://www.mdsg.umd.edu/CB/lightning.html

http://www.sportfishingmag.com/artic...destinationID=
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Old 09-20-2005, 07:22 AM   #3
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Would your poles or paddle attract lightning more than your torso and head already do? I wouldn't want to look like a lightning rod farm out there. Dave
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Old 09-20-2005, 05:49 PM   #4
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Today's graphite rods conduct electricity very well. Speaking from experience, if you're moving your graphite rod thru the air anywhere near a thunderstorm you may well get a tingling in your gloveless hands :shock: -just think what that means.
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