Electrical Storms

Electrical Storms - stay away from objects projecting above ground level, trees, utility poles, standpipes, water, stay off hills, out of boats, get off bicycle, stay away from the CW railroad tracks, if fishing on the lake - stop! If inside stay away from metal appliances, metal pipes, televisions, avoid drafts since electrical discharges will follow air currents. If outside and you have time, get into a substantial building or closed motor vehicle. If that is not possible go to low terrain and crouch in the open. If an electrical storm strikes at meal time, do not brave the elements for fear of missing the meal. Ask your hall staff to call and make arrangements to delay closing of meal service.

Note: The JMU Police maintain an operational lightning Detector at the dispatch center and will communicate presence and proximity of electrical storms in the area to those persons responsible for conducting athletic events and other major outdoor activities, i.e., band practice, etc.