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Lightning Safety Tips for Hikers and Bikers

August 14, 2025·18 min·1 clip

Jennifer Farr Davis survived a lightning strike in an Appalachian Trail shelter—learn how to avoid her near-fatal experience.

This educational episode covers lightning safety for hikers and bikers, explaining what lightning is, the five types of strikes, and practical tips for protection both indoors and outdoors. It includes personal stories, survival techniques like the crouch position, and first aid advice for lightning strike victims.

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