[fso301]

I never had much experience with lightning in Ohio but when we moved to South Louisiana, locals always said that if your hair stands up, drop to the ground immediately.

[yarddog]

I have read that too.

If your hair does that, immediately lie down on the ground.

[The Cajun]

I never had much experience with lightning in Ohio but when we moved to South Louisiana, locals always said that if your hair stands up, drop to the ground immediately.

Also when the monofilament fishing line you're fishing with starts floating a foot or two above the water, you're in big danger.
Have seen that occur several times, either get down flat in the boat or jump in the marsh, no joke.

[Graybeard58]

I never had much experience with lightning in Ohio but when we moved to South Louisiana, locals always said that if your hair stands up, drop to the ground immediately.

No, no, no. Quickly bend over, tucking your head between your legs and kiss your ass goodbye.

[SZonian]

Current recommendation is to squat on the balls of your feet, with just your elbows touching your knees...it’s hard to maintain this for very long as it’s some kind of balancing act...just do the best you can.

Try to minimize contact with the ground and to make yourself as small/short as possible.

If in a group, spread out at least 40-50 feet from each other.