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A thunderstorm chases you away from the campfire. When is it safe to go back out?

30 minutes after the last thunder.

The Just Right card

Too littleAs soon as the rain stops
Too muchStay inside for the rest of the day
Just right30 minutes after the last thunder

Huh, didn't know that: Tents and picnic shelters don't protect you from lightning; a building or a hard-topped car does.

The dad joke
What does a cloud wear under its raincoat? Thunderwear.
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Sources

  1. NWS Lightning Safety https://www.weather.gov/safety/lightning-safety-overview
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