I do not know about you, but vivid lightning strikes can be terrifying—especially when you are caught outside. Fortunately, ...

A typical lightning flash is about 300 million volts and about 30,000 amps. If you see someone get struck, call 911. If it is safe, move the victim to minimize further exposure to lightning.

The numbers became real when a Colorado man was hit by lightning in New Smyrna Beach June 20 as he stood in ankle-deep water.