Precautions

In an electrical storm, the following precautions should be taken to avoid any shock or something more serious:

• Stay below decks at all times
• Stay well away from mast, boom shrouds, chain plates, and the mast compression post
• Take a position and plot it prior to shutting down, in case all electronic equipment is damaged
• Turn off all electronic gear and isolate the circuit breakers if at all practical
• Disconnect aerials if practical
• Do not operate radios until after the storm, unless in an extreme emergency
• After a lightning strike, be aware that the compass may be incorrect
• Check all rigging and fittings after a strike
• Check all through-hull fittings for damage