If it is not raining, then there is no danger from lightning.

It's Not Raining - No Way I'll Get Struck

Lightning often strikes outside of heavy rain and may occur as far as 10 miles away from any rainfall.

The rubber soles of shoes or rubber tires on a car will protect your from being struck by lightning.

My Shoes Will Protect Me From Lightning

Rubber-soled shoes and rubber tires provide NO protection from lightning. However, the steel frame of a hard-topped vehicle provides increased protection if you are not touching metal.

People struck by lightning carry an electrical charge and should not be touched.

Don't Touch Them Or You'll Get Shocked

Lightning-strike victims carry NO electrical charge and should be attended to immediately.

"Heat Lightning" occurs after very hot summer days and poses no threat.

Heat Lightning Strikes When It's Hot

What is referred to as "heat lightning" is actually lightning from a thunderstorm too far away for thunder to be heard. However, the storm may be moving in your direction!