Lightning injuries during snowy conditions.
case_report · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 9865407.
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Abstract
Skiers and other snow sports enthusiasts can become lightning casualties. Two such accidents are reported, one being fatal. There are fewer warning signals of impending lightning strikes in winter-like conditions. However, outdoor activists should be aware of at least two suspicious clues: the appearance of convective clouds, and the presence of graupel (snow pellets) during precipitation.
Medical subject headings
- Burns, Electric
- Lightning Injuries
- Skiing
- Snow