Dept. of Military Affairs: Wisconsin Lightning Safety Awareness Day is June 24

MADISON, Wis. – With the summer months just beginning, thunderstorms can develop quickly. One of the biggest dangers thunderstorms bring are lightning strikes. June 24 is Wisconsin Lightning Safety Awareness Day, and ReadyWisconsin encourages everyone to learn how to stay safe and be prepared before storms occur. “Lightning is not just a seasonal or regional threat. It can occur in any state, at a...