Lightning fatalities in North Carolina 1972-1988.
Individuals who are outdoors during thunderstorms are at risk for death from direct and indirect lightning hits. Death is more likely from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during the months of May through September. The fatality pattern in North Carolina is similar to that reported for the nation as a whole. Physicians are urged to discuss with their patients simple strategies for reducing exposure to lightning.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D015168:Lightning Injuries / Q000401:mortality* / Q000517:prevention & control; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009657:North Carolina