It turns out, however, that the position doesnt make you any safer.
The sooner you get to a safe place, the lower your risk.
Crouching only prolongs the risk of being struck, explained Jensenius.
Lightning Bolts Thunderstorm© Lightning bolts during a storm in Germany. Image: Mathias Krumbholz / Wikimedia Commons
The crouch isnt just outdatedit was debunked almost 20 years ago.
The crouch simply doesnt provide a significant level of protection.
In 2024, the NLSC recorded12 lightning fatalities.
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