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Shocking: The Thunderstorm Danger Quiz

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Lightning can strike the Empire State Building as many times as it wants. But when it comes to human tissues and organs, we can't be so cavalier with our safety. The effects of lightning strikes can be deadly -- or at least blow you right out of your shoes. Test your thunderstorm smarts. Are you the most likely to survive?

Should you hang up your landline during a thunderstorm?

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If you're in a thunderstorm, then your top priority is safety. It might sound like a good idea to call your loved ones and let them know you're okay, but hold the phone a moment. See those lightning bolts outside? They've got other ideas.

Should you unplug your electronics during a thunderstorm?

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It would be nice if our electronic devices doubled as handy, lightning-proof talismans to ward off danger during a thunderstorm. Sadly, that sounds more like sorcery than science. In the meantime, maybe you should just leave them off and unplugged.

5 Tips for Thunderstorm Safety

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Without question, nature can produce beautiful light shows. Add wind, rain and hail, and you have an awe-inspiring event. But thunderstorms are not to be taken lightly. Here's how to stay safe as Mother Nature displays her strength.

Can You Shower During a Thunderstorm?

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Can you shower during a thunderstorm? It's long been rumored that taking a nice, warm shower is a dangerous proposition when electricity is coursing through the sky.

5 Worst Places to Be in a Thunderstorm

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Do you know the worst places to be in a thunderstorm? Golf course? On water? See our list of five worst places to be in a thunderstorm to learn more.

What Causes Thunderstorms?

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Thuderstorms occur more in the summer than any other month. Find out why thunderstorms occur more frequently in the summer.

Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Storm Quiz?

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Mother Earth, with her placid plains and gorgeous mountains, may sometimes seem like a fairly harmless place. But her weather can quickly change, churning life-threatening storms into life. What do you really know about our planet’s storms?

Haboobs Are Mother Nature's Worst Dust Storms

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Haboobs are giant walls of dust that can come seemingly out of nowhere. How are they created and are they different from sandstorms?

How much do you know about nature's deadly tornadoes?

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The spinning winds of destruction known as tornadoes tear through many miles of America each year. They ruin entire towns and hurt dozens or even hundreds of people. How much do you know about tornadoes?

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