Where should you stay during a thunderstorm indoors?

Away from windows and doors.

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  1. Away from windows and doors ✔
  2. Beside an open window
  3. On an outdoor porch

Why: A building protects you, but windows and doors are its weak spots. Stay farther inside and skip electrical appliances until the storm passes.

Huh, didn't know that: Lightning safety also means no corded phone calls and no shower or bath during the storm.

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Thunder knocked, but safety did not answer the door.
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Answer: Away from windows and doors. A building protects you, but windows and doors are its weak spots. Stay farther inside and skip electrical appliances until the storm passes.

  1. Aerospace Dimensions Module 3, Air Environment akwg.cap.gov/media/cms/Module_3__Air_Environment_D8702BF7F9162_21bba.pdf
    When inside, stay away from windows and doors.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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