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Learn About Dangerous Weather Conditions

learn about dangerous weather conditionsThe U.S. has more than 70,000 wildfires and 100,000 thunderstorms every year. If you're caught in your woodlot when one of these disasters strikes, you're at risk for severe injury or death. Know how to avoid these conditions and survive them if you can't get away.

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National Weather Service

Use this link to check for dangerous conditions in your area including severe storm, red flag, and high wind warnings.


Lightning and Weather - How To Protect Yourself (2.1MB)

This 30-slide presentation by the National Weather Service explains lightning safety in the outdoors.

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