Which one of the following is NOT re commended during Lightening or
thunderstorm?
a) Take Shelter in a bus or car.
b) In a forest , seek shelter in a low area under a thick growth of small trees.
c) Take shelter under isolated tree.
d) Get away from tractors and other metal farm equipment .

1 Answer

Answer :

c) Take shelter under isolated tree.

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