Prime Time 2, Coursebook

How to behave in dangerous weather Dos and don’ts in a thunderstorm a) Read the rules for hikers and put a  for dos and an x for don’ts in the pictures. b) Match the rules and the pictures. 97sq7h 5 Info The 30 second rule: If the time between a flash of lightning and the thunder is 30 seconds or less, find shelter immediately. This means that the thunderstorm is only 6 miles (9.7km) or less away. i C  F D E H B x A G 30 minutes Instructions for hikers Dear hikers, If you get caught in a thunderstorm, make sure you find shelter immediately. 1. Find a house, a cave or a car with windows and doors closed. B 2. Stay inside for at least 30 minutes after the last flash of lightning. 3. Wear rubber boots. 4. Don’t stand near or under a tree. 5. Don’t stand close to power lines. 6. Don’t use your smartphone. 7. Don’t carry a backpack with a metal frame. 8. If you are swimming, get out of the water immediately. 66 8 Unit Natural disasters sixty-six Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eigentum des Verlags öbv