Researchers urge adherence to lightning safety rules as summer increases strike frequency in Japan

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Researchers urge adherence to lightning safety rules as summer increases strike frequency. Summer months, particularly June through August, see a significant rise in lightning activity across Japan, leading to increased accident risks, especially during school club activities. Experts advise seeking shelter in sturdy buildings or vehicles immediately upon hearing thunder, as lightning's reach extends several kilometers.


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