Recently, thunderstorms have occurred in most areas of Beijing, accompanied by short-term winds of about level 7 and hail in some areas. The meteorological department has issued thunderstorm warnings and other information in a timely manner. At about 1 p.m. on May 25, a lightning strike occurred at a golf course in Changping District, Beijing, and two people were injured. The 120 crew quickly arrived to take them to the hospital. The two were diagnosed with lightning injuries and foot trauma. Fortunately, none of them were in life-threatening danger.

Summer is the high incidence period of strong convective weather. Once you receive the related warning issued by the meteorological station, it is necessary to take corresponding preventive measures in accordance with the warning and you should take it seriously. It is recommended to stop picking herb, mountaineering or other outdoor activities. Outdoor facilities in parks, playgrounds and other open places should be closed. It is necessary to stop outdoor activities such as mountaineering, sports, farming, swimming, fishing, etc., and take shelter in buildings with lightning protection devices in time. You should avoid taking shelter from the rain under large trees, and stay away from towers, chimneys, telephone poles, billboards and other towers. Do not stay on hilltops, ridges, rooftops, water's edges, or open areas. Do not use umbrellas in open areas, and do not carry farm tools, badminton rackets, golf clubs, especially tools with metal objects, etc. on your shoulders.

Here are some tips from Beijing 120. The location of a lightning strike may be struck twice. Therefore, when you find an injured person by lightning, it is necessary to quickly move him or her to a relatively safe place, and call the 120 emergency number in time.