Lightning Safety
What are some things you should do if you are outside during a storm?
1. Get away from any metal equipment or tools
2. Seek shelter - go inside a safe building, under a gazebo, or inside a vehicle
What is the most common heat injury?
Heat cramps
What is the biggest concern about stings and bites?
That it can become infected.
What can you do to minimize spider bites?
Shake out any clothes, minimize the empty spaces, remove any debris and eliminate tall grass.
What is also known as "oakleaf poison ivy"?
Poison Oak
If you are outside during a thunderstorm, where should you NOT seek shelter?
1. Inside a tent
2. On top or against concrete
3. Under a tree
4. In an open field
Which type of heat illness is considered a life threatening emergency?
Heat strokes
What can severe allergic reactions cause?
They can cause shock, cardiac arrest, and possible unconsciousness.
What are some venomous snakes found in the United States?
Some are rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths and coral snakes.
What is considered the most commonly encountered poisonous plan in Florida?
Poison ivy
If you cannot get inside or find shelter during a thunderstorm, what should you do?
1. Avoid elevated areas like hills
2. Avoid open spaces like fields or parking lots
3. Find a lower elevation area like a ditch
4. Crouch down as low as possible with as little of your body touching the ground as possible.
5. If you are with someone, do not huddle together, instead, spread out about 15 feet apart.
What are the symptoms of Heat Stroke?
They are red and hot skin, lack of perspiration, rapid pulse, and a possibility of unconsciousness.
What causes a potential concern because of Lyme disease?
Tick bites
What should you do if you are bit by a snake?
Being exposed to toxins in poisonous plants can do several things such as?
Itchy and burning rashes. Severe skin inflammation with swelling and water blisters.
If you are indoors during a storm, what should you avoid doing?
1. Avoid standing near windows
2. Don't use corded phones or phones that are plugged into a charger
3. Don't take a bath or shower
4. Don't lean on walls
5. Unplug appliances
6. Don't use small appliances like a hair dryer or handheld electric mixer
What should you do when you are experiencing heat cramps?
Rest in a shady and cool area. Drink plenty of water. Take a few hours to rest.
True or False? Can stings be fatal?
Why should you stay calm when bit by a snake?
Because it could possibly slow the spread of the venom.
If not controlled, what can poison ivy grow to?
It can grow up to 10 feet or higher
How strong is a strike of lightning?
Hint: Measured in volts, a lightbulb usually needs about 110 Volts of energy.
A typical lightning flash is about 300 million Volts.
What type of heat injury causes you to turn pale?
To prevent Lymes disease the DEET concentration should be between what percents?
10 to 15 percent
Around how many people receive venomous bites a year?
Around 7,000 to 8,000 people receive venomous bites a year
Berrylike fruits usually have a what appearance?
A white and waxy appearance