The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee, issued a safety alert about lightning strikes, which can cause serious injury or death. The agency urges people to seek shelter immediately if they hear thunder or see lightning.
Officials recommend taking cover in an enclosed building or a hard-topped vehicle with the windows up. Outdoors or on the water, individuals should have a portable weather radio or an AM/FM radio to receive updates, especially during severe weather events.
The warning comes amid Tennessee’s Severe Weather Awareness Week, emphasizing the importance of preparedness during thunderstorms and other severe weather conditions.
