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Old 14-01-2013, 02:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Haese View Post
Some basic rules for storm chasing is keep at least 20km to the right or the left of the storm. Don't sit directly in its path. That can be dangerous to you and your equipment. Besides you get the best view doing that.

If it starts to rain it is time to move or seek cover. Lightning will strike easily when raining and it can strike very close.
How safe/dangerous is it? I've heard that sitting inside a car is safe(r) due to the rubber tyres and Faraday cage effect of the car body. I'm guessing that standing in an open plain with a tripod would be somewhat dangerous...
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