What to Do If a Car Is Struck by Lightning While Driving?
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The methods to handle a car being struck by lightning while driving are: 1. Immediately turn off all electronic devices inside the car; 2. Wait until the thunderstorm has passed before continuing to drive; 3. Do not immediately exit the car to check its condition. Precautions to take while driving in thunderstorm weather include: 1. Slow down and maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front and behind; 2. Turn on the windshield wipers to maintain good visibility; 3. Set the air conditioning to blow towards the windshield to reduce fogging; 4. Drive at low speed through waterlogged areas; if the water level exceeds the exhaust pipe, find an alternate route; 5. Reduce speed when turning and avoid sudden braking; 6. Turn on fog lights while driving in the rain to make your vehicle more noticeable to other drivers; 7. If the engine takes in water, do not start the vehicle; 8. Do not restart the vehicle after it stalls; 9. Pay attention to the movements of non-motor vehicles and pedestrians and maintain a safe speed.