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Residents enjoying the weather on rooftop restaurants said the lightning was awesome and many of the umbrellas started flying around in the fierce winds. Image Credit: Dr Joan Asp/Reader picture

Dubai: Unseasonal lightning and thunderstorm struck the UAE on Sunday. Following are some tips to stay safe when lightning strikes:

  • If you are in a car and it has a hard top, stay inside and keep the windows rolled up.
  • If you are on land, find a low spot away from trees, metal fences, pipes, tall or long objects.
  • Do not shower or take a bath during a thunder or lightning storm
  • Avoid using regular telephones, except in an emergency. If lightning hits the telephone lines, it could flow to the phone.
  • Stay at least a few feet away from open windows, sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, electric boxes and outlets, and appliances.
  • If you are in a boat and cannot get to shore, crouch down in the middle of the boat. Go below if possible.